Book Description:
Explore effective science teaching with “Elementary Science Methods: A Constructivist Approach” by David Jerner Martin. This guide emphasizes experiential learning and critical thinking through constructivist pedagogy, offering detailed lesson plans and practical strategies for engaging students.
Elementary Science Methods: A Constructivist Approach
Authored by David Jerner Martin, Elementary Science Methods: A Constructivist Approach provides a thorough exploration of elementary science teaching through a constructivist lens. This pedagogical style emphasizes experiential learning and fosters critical thinking skills, assisting learners in acquiring a solid comprehension of scientific concepts.
The text begins with a discussion on the fundamentals of the constructivist teaching strategy, detailing its core precepts. Following this introduction, Martin offers explicit instructions on the development and execution of constructivist science lessons. The book includes practical advice for engaging students with inquiry-based activities, integrating technology effectively, and accommodating diverse learning needs.
Book Features:
- In-depth exploration of constructivist teaching methodologies in science education
- Detailed instructions for crafting and executing engaging science lessons
- Advice on utilizing inquiry-based learning and technology integration
- Strategies for tailoring lessons to accommodate a variety of learning abilities
- Case studies and real-world applications to contextualize learning
- Access to an online resource with additional materials and activities
Book Details:
- Author: David Jerner Martin
- Publisher: Routledge
- ISBN: 978-1111305437