| Bringing Science and Mathematics to Life for All Learners Contributor(s): Adams, Dennis (Author), Hamm, Mary (Author) |
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ISBN: 9812791647 ISBN-13: 9789812791641 Publisher: World Scientific Publishing Company OUR PRICE: $68.40 Product Type: Paperback - Other Formats Published: July 2008 Annotation: Adams is an educational consultant in Canada; Hamm teaches science and math education at San Francisco State U. They offer teachers a wide range of creative ways to build on the social nature of learning to engage both reluctant and eager learners in science and mathematics lessons, particularly at the elementary and middle school levels. The text includes discussion about helping all students learn science and math; student inquiry in science and math; a general overview of collaborative learning; differentiated instruction; collaborative inquiry and active involvement in science lessons; mathematical reasoning and collaborative problem solving; project-based learning projects, thematic units, and collaboration; and using technology to meet the different needs and learning styles of students. Sample activities are incorporated throughout the text. No subject index. |
| Additional Information |
| BISAC Categories: - Education | Teaching Methods & Materials - Science & Technology - Education | Teaching Methods & Materials - Mathematics |
| Dewey: 507.1 |
| LCCN: 2008274871 |
| Physical Information: 0.59" H x 8.89" W x 6.06" (0.88 lbs) 276 pages |
| Descriptions, Reviews, Etc. |
| Publisher Description: Developing a positive attitude towards science and mathematics is essential to developing proficiency in these subjects. Recognizing this, Bringing Science and Mathematics to Life for All Learners provides interesting teaching methods and connects them to recent pedagogical approaches that span the scientific and mathematical curricula. It builds upon the expanding knowledge of what works in classrooms, and suggests how new approaches to teaching and learning can transform science and mathematics instructions.The book is designed to help students in learning science and mathematics. It has many research-based and standards-driven activities, lesson plans, and active learning techniques to reach diverse student groups. Active group engagement and continuity in scientific and mathematical experiences are stressed as motivating factors for students. Presented in a creative manner, the ultimate goal of this book is to deepen the collective conversation, challenge existing ways of thinking, and provide up-to-date tools for educators so that they can help improve the science and mathematics skill levels of others. |