Doing what Scientists Do: Children Learn to Investigate Their World

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Pearson Education, 1991 - Education - 194 pages

Teachers and administrators wanting to make elementary science programs work will find out how in these pages. This book translates the theory of "discovery science" into a method that teachers can use. It shows:

  • how to begin and how to keep going
  • how to organize space and materials
  • how to manage the classroom in a way that encourages focus and interest
  • how to inspire curiosity and help satisfy it

Rich with examples of children's work and classroom dialogue, this is a practical book, meant to help teachers implement its ideas.

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Contents

Introduction
1
Beginning
12
Creating an Environment for Science 3 in the Classroom
26
Copyright

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About the author (1991)

A graduate of Cornell University and of Harvard University's Graduate School of Education, Ellen Doris has rich experience both writing about and teaching science. She has taught and written for both children and teachers. Her teaching extends from the classroom to museums, outdoor settings, and teacher education programs. She is now Assistant Director of Studies at The Common School in Amhers, MA.

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