by NationalAcademyofSciences (Author), NationalResearchCouncil (Author), JohnD.Bransford (Editor), and Sensory Sciences Cognitive Board on Behavioral (Author), National Academy of Sciences (Author), Division of Behavioral and Social Sciences and Edu (Author), National Research Council (Author), M . Suzanne Donovan (Editor), Committeeon How People Learn : A Targeted Reportfo (Author), M. Suzanne Donovan (Editor), Committee on How People Learn: A Targeted Report f (Author), John D. Bransford (Editor)
How Students Learn: History in the Classroom builds on the discoveries detailed in the best-selling How People Learn. Now these findings are presented in a way that teachers can use immediately, to revitalize their work in the classroom for even greater effectiveness. The book explores the importance of balancing students' knowledge of historical fact against their understanding of concepts, such as change and cause, and their skills in assessing historical accounts. It also features illustrated suggestion for classroom activities.
Format: Paperback
Pages: 280
Edition: Pap/Cdr
Publisher: National Academies Press
Published: May 2004
ISBN 10: 0309089484
ISBN 13: 9780309089487