Science Learning, Science Teaching: Contemporary Issues and Practical Approaches

Science Learning, Science Teaching: Contemporary Issues and Practical Approaches

by Gren Ireson (Author), Gren Ireson (Author), Jerry Wellington (Author)

Synopsis

This book provides a comprehensive and critical guide to the new and experienced teachers on the teaching and learning of science. It combines an overview of current research with an account of curriculum changes to provide a valuable and practical guide to the business of classroom teaching.

The book gives helpful advice and ideas for exploring further on current issues in the teaching of science, including:

  • inclusion
  • planning teaching and setting targets
  • assessment with a focus on assessment for learning
  • the use of ICT in science pedagogy
  • language and literacy in science education
  • the way 'science works' and the nature of science.

Each chapter offers references, further reading and recommended websites, which will be especially valuable to those who wish to submit assignments at Masters Level under the new framework for ITT courses.

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Format: Paperback
Pages: 296
Edition: 1
Publisher: Routledge
Published: 23 Dec 1999

ISBN 10: 0415214033
ISBN 13: 9780415214032

Media Reviews
The presentations are clear and thorough, often with tables or graphs listing advantages and disadvantages, taxonomies, or other classification schemes for some important topics. Examples from practice and lists of science vocabulary further enrich the text.
-G. E. Hein, Lesley College for Choice, November 2000
Author Bio
Jerry Wellington is Professor of Education, University of Sheffield, UK. Gren Ireson is Professor of Science Education at Nottingham Trent University, UK.