The Art of Teaching Primary School Science

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Synopsis

The long-awaited second edition of The Art of Teaching Primary School Science has evolved to meet the demands of schools in our rapidly changing society. Recognising that children have an innate curiosity about the natural world means that teaching primary school science is both rewarding and critical to their futures. The focus of the chapters reflects the deep expertise in curriculum and pedagogy of the chapter authors. Included are chapters on the nature (wonder) of science and how children learn as well as the nuts and bolts of teaching: planning, pedagogy and assessment. In addressing the teacher education AITSL professional standards for teaching, there are chapters on digital pedagogies, differentiation and advanced pedagogies such as problem-based learning. Finally, there is a section on STEM education that explains how an integrated approach can be planned, taught and assessed.
This book is both accessible to all preservice and practising teachers and up-to-date in providing the right mix of theoretical and practical knowledge expected of this generation of primary school teachers. Teacher educators worldwide will find this an essential resource.

Book details

Edition:
2
Author:
Vaille Dawson, Grady Venville
ISBN:
9781000393385
Related ISBNs:
9781760878122, 9781003173748, 9781032003450, 9781760878122, 9781003173748, 9781032003450
Publisher:
Taylor and Francis
Pages:
206
Reading age:
Not specified
Includes images:
No
Date of addition:
2021-08-02
Usage restrictions:
Copyright
Copyright date:
2021
Copyright by:
N/A 
Adult content:
No
Language:
English
Categories:
Education, Nonfiction, Science, Technology