Teaching Science for All Children: Inquiry Methods for Constructing Understanding (4th Edition)

Teaching Science for All Children:Inquiry Methods for Constructing Understanding, 4eThis truncated version of Teaching Science for All Children, now in its fourth edition, includes all of the research and strategies for teaching elementary science but omits the additional content lessons for each of the science disciplines. The methods chapters are identical to those in the larger text and feature the same "Engage, Explore, Explain, Expand, Evaluate" Learning Cycle Feature Lessons, alongside critical updates to NSE standards, explorations of new technology, and strategies for teaching in a diverse classroom. Authoritative coverage of science safety remains a hallmark of this well-respected text.New to this edition: NSES and NETS icons in the margin indicate standards-related content. Revamped assessment chapter helps teachers see the connection between standardized tests, teacher assessment, and rubric development. Increased discussion of diversity and individual differences throughout the book prepares teachers to work with students in today's changing classroom. Completely revamped technology chapter incorporates ISTE standards and guides teachers to select appropriate resources and media for their lessons. Learning Cycle Feature Lessons in the methods chapters now integrate photos and student work samples to enhance understanding and applications of the lesson. New MyEducationLab feature box uses an Explore, Enrich and Expand framework for activities to engage readers with video and other media.Also available in a comprehensive edition containing over 60 lessons!Teaching Science for All Children: An Inquiry Approach, Fifth Edition ISBN: 9780205594917Integrated Multimedia ResourcesMyEducationLab is a research-based learning tool that brings science teaching to life. Through authentic in-class video footage, interactive simulations, rich case studies, MyEducationLab prepares you for your teaching career by showing you what quality science instruction looks like, providing examples of authentic teacher and student work, and much more. MyEducationLab is easy to use. In your textbook look for the MyEducationLab logo in end-of-chapter boxed features and follow the simple instructions to access the MyEducationLab video or activities that correspond with the chapter content. For more information turn to the MyEducationLab walk-through in the book or go to www.myeducationlab.com .Ralph Martin is the author of 'Teaching Science for All Children: Inquiry Methods for Constructing Understanding (4th Edition)', published 2008 under ISBN 9780205593514 and ISBN 0205593518.