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A guide to teaching elementary science : ten easy steps /
"Nationally and internationally, educators now understand the critical importance of STEM subjects-- science, technology, engineering, and mathematics. Today, the job of the classroom science teacher demands finding effective ways to meet current curricula standards and prepare students for a f...
| Clasificación: | Libro Electrónico |
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| Formato: | Electrónico eBook |
| Idioma: | Inglés |
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Rotterdam ; Boston :
Sense Publishers,
[2016]
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| Acceso en línea: | Texto completo |
Tabla de Contenidos:
- Introduction
- Part I. Ten Easy Steps. Step One: Know What You Want to Accomplish
- Organize and Plan
- Planning a Science Curriculum
- The Need to be Flexible
- Key Points
- Step Two: Set the Stage
- The Constructivist Learning Theory
- Teacher Efficacy
- Questioning Techniques
- Develop a Science Discourse
- Enhance Students? Natural Curiosity
- Key Points
- Step Three: Create a Learning Atmosphere
- Defining Expectations
- A Disciplined Approach
- Classroom Configuration
- Safety in Your Classroom
- Key Points
- Step Four: Integrate the Curriculum
- Why Integrate the Disciplines?
- Integrating Language Arts
- Integrating Mathematics
- Integrating Social Studies
- Integrating Art
- Integrating Engineering
- Key Points
- Step Five: Engage the Learner
- Grab Their Attention
- Inquiry-Based Learning
- Becoming Empowered
- Three Approaches of Inquiry-Based Learning
- The 5-E Instructional Model
- Examples Using the 5-E Instructional Model
- Teach All Learners
- Summing up
- Key Points
- Step Six: Assemble Your Materials
- Overcome Obstacles
- Plan Ahead and Gather Materials
- Establish a Place
- Motivate Your Students
- Key Points
- Step Seven: Establish Cooperative Learning Groups
- The Science Process Skills/Practices
- Learning Communication Skills
- Encouraging Interaction
- Structure or Non-Structure
- Key Points
- Step Eight: Implement Technology
- Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics, or STEM
- Technology in the Classroom
- Technology and Science
- Key Points
- Step Nine: Reflect and Assess
- Inquiry-Learning Assessments
- Three Kinds of Assessment
- How to Assess in an Inquiry-Based Science Classroom
- Formative Assessment Samples
- Commenting on Student-Written Work
- Reflect and Modify
- Key Points
- Step Ten: Extend and Apply
- Extend the Lesson and Apply Science to Everyday Life
- Science Fair Projects
- Field Trips
- Everyday Science
- Key Points
- Part II. Lesson Plans. Physical Sciences: PS2, Matter and Stability: Forces and Interactions
- Primary Lesson Plan: Moving Cars
- Intermediate Lesson Plan: Small Marble/Large Marble
- Life Sciences: LS2, Ecosystems: Interactions, Energy and Dynamics
- Primary Lesson Plan: Food Pyramid
- Intermediate Lesson Plan: Animal Adaptation
- Earth and Space Sciences: ESS1, Earth's Place in the Universe
- Primary Lesson Plan: Learning about the Water Cycle
- Intermediate Lesson Plan: Weather Station
- Engineering, Technology, and Applications of Science: ETS1, Engineering Design
- Primary Lesson Plan: Boat Building
- Intermediate Lesson Plan: Building Bridges
- Lesson Plan Favorites
- M & M's Primary or Intermediate Lesson Plan
- Mystery Powder Primary or Intermediate Lesson Plan
- Parachutes Intermediate Lesson Plan
- Rocket Racers Intermediate Lesson Plan
- Swingers Intermediate Lesson Plan
- Observations Primary Lesson Plan
- Fingerprinting Primary or Intermediate Lesson Plan
- Conclusion
- Appendices
- Appendix I. Elements of a Science Fair Project
- Appendix II. Teacher-Made Assessments
- Appendix III. Learning Responsibilities
- Appendix IV. The Everglades Model
- Valuable Websites/Resources
- Index.