Author : Selma Wassermann
Release : 1996-01-01
Genre : Education
Kind : eBook
Book Rating : 121/5 ( reviews)
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Book Synopsis The New Teaching Elementary Science by : Selma Wassermann
Download or read book The New Teaching Elementary Science written by Selma Wassermann. This book was released on 1996-01-01. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This book is designed for teachers-to-be and practicing teachers who want to teach science with confidence and for those who are fearful of trying. It presents an inquiry-oriented method (instead of a smorgasbord of approaches) that capitalizes on childrens natural curiosity by emphasizing scientific exploration. The book removes the fear of teaching science by encouraging teachers to be scientific inquirers themselves, learning side-by-side with their students. The text features a theoretical model of inquiry-based teaching, Play-Debrief-Replay, that incorporates elements of investigative play with critical thinking skills. In the longest chapter, 60 fully developed, field-tested investigative science activities are included to promote experiential learning and concept development. Anxieties about teaching science are addressed head-on and dealt with sensitively and thoughtfully.