| Writing and Learning in the Science Classroom Softcover Repri Edition Contributor(s): Wallace, Carolyn S. (Author), Hand, Brian B. (Author), Prain, Vaughan (Author) |
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ISBN: 1402057083 ISBN-13: 9781402057083 Publisher: Springer OUR PRICE: $104.49 Product Type: Paperback - Other Formats Published: February 2007 Annotation: This volume is of interest to science educators, graduate students, and classroom teachers. The book will also be an important addition to any scholarly library focusing on science education, science literacy, and writing. This book is unique in that it synthesizes the research of the three leading researchers in the field of writing to learn science: Carolyn S. Wallace, Brian Hand, and Vaughan Prain. It includes a comprehensive review of salient literature in the field, detailed reports of the authors' own research studies, and current and future issues on writing in science. The book is the first to definitely answer the question, "Does writing improve science learning?." Further, it provides evidence for some of the mechanisms through which learning occurs. It combines both theory and practice in a unique way. Although primarily a tool for research, classroom teachers will also find many practical suggestions for using writing in the science classroom. |
| Additional Information |
| BISAC Categories: - Education | Teaching Methods & Materials - Science & Technology - Education | Classroom Management - Science | Study & Teaching |
| Dewey: 507.1 |
| Series: Science & Technology Education Library |
| Physical Information: 0.34" H x 6.14" W x 9.21" (0.51 lbs) 152 pages |
| Descriptions, Reviews, Etc. |
| Publisher Description: This volume is of interest to science educators, graduate students, and classroom teachers. The book will also be an important addition to any scholarly library focusing on science education, science literacy, and writing. This book is unique in that it synthesizes the research of the three leading researchers in the field of writing to learn science: Carolyn S. Wallace, Brian Hand, and Vaughan Prain. It includes a comprehensive review of salient literature in the field, detailed reports of the authors' own research studies, and current and future issues on writing in science. The book is the first to definitely answer the question, "Does writing improve science learning?". Further, it provides evidence for some of the mechanisms through which learning occurs. It combines both theory and practice in a unique way. Although primarily a tool for research, classroom teachers will also find many practical suggestions for using writing in the science classroom. |