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Elementary Science Methods: A Constructivist Approach
David Jerner Martin
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Description for Elementary Science Methods: A Constructivist Approach
Paperback. Num Pages: black & white illustrations, colour illustrations, figures. BIC Classification: JNLB; JNU; YQS. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 251 x 203 x 23. Weight in Grams: 862.
In this pioneering text, a constructivist approach guides users in learning how to teach in a constructivist manner. The book is based on the belief that it's more important for children to learn how to do science than it is for them to learn about science, and that teachers of elementary science do not need to know a great deal of science to teach it effectively, but rather need to be co-inquirers with their students. More than 170 process-oriented activities, organized by grade level, help practicing teachers encourage children to develop and perform their own investigations.
In this pioneering text, a constructivist approach guides users in learning how to teach in a constructivist manner. The book is based on the belief that it's more important for children to learn how to do science than it is for them to learn about science, and that teachers of elementary science do not need to know a great deal of science to teach it effectively, but rather need to be co-inquirers with their students. More than 170 process-oriented activities, organized by grade level, help practicing teachers encourage children to develop and perform their own investigations.
Product Details
Publisher
Cengage Learning, Inc
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2011
Condition
New
Weight
862g
Number of Pages
632
Place of Publication
Mason, OH, United States
ISBN
9781111305437
SKU
V9781111305437
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99-10
About David Jerner Martin
David Jerner Martin (Ph.D.) is Professor Emeritus of Early Childhood Education at Kennesaw State University. A gifted teacher and an outspoken advocate of constructivist-based teaching, he is best known as the author of the pioneering text, ELEMENTARY SCIENCE METHODS: A CONSTRUCTIVIST APPROACH, now in its Sixth Edition. Dr. Martin has consulted on constructivist teaching at home and abroad, and was ... Read more
Reviews for Elementary Science Methods: A Constructivist Approach
Well written. Content is presented in a very clear and understandable manner with sufficient real world examples and resources provided. Text is well organized, up to date, and accurate. Rigor level is very appropriate for pre-service teachers just starting in their methods courses. Science teaching is presented as fun and doable. Excellent approach and presentation of inquiry-based learning ... Read more