Science as Active Inquiry: A Teacher's Guide to the Development of Effective Science Teaching

This new book provides a "teaching for thinking" theoretical framework and information and guidelines for organizing science programs with hands-on student involvement in active inquiry. It offers practical and clear help to teachers who want to pursue teaching science as an investigative process, especially in the context of distance learning, IT use, and child-centered practices.

Format: Hardback
Length: 318 pages
Publication date: 14 July 2022
Publisher: Rowman & Littlefield

This groundbreaking new text delves into the compelling rationale behind teaching science as an active inquiry, providing a robust theoretical framework rooted in extensive field research and classroom practice. The introductory section sets the stage, outlining the fundamental principles that underpin this approach. It then proceeds to offer valuable information and guidelines for teachers seeking to organize their science programs with a strong emphasis on hands-on student involvement in active inquiry.

To facilitate this transformative learning experience, the book provides a comprehensive roadmap for teachers, outlining strategies and techniques to effectively integrate active inquiry into their teaching practices. It emphasizes the importance of fostering a culture of curiosity, encouraging students to ask questions, explore, and investigate scientific concepts through hands-on activities and experiments.

Furthermore, the book addresses teachers' concerns about the perceived "messiness" of science by offering a diverse range of 60 "sciencing" activities that are carefully grouped according to teachers' expressed concerns. These activities are designed to engage students in meaningful scientific inquiry, promoting critical thinking, problem-solving, and collaboration while addressing the practical aspects of scientific investigation.

In an era of distance learning, the use of IT as instructional tools, and a growing emphasis on child-centered practices, this new book emerges as a valuable resource for educators. It empowers teachers to embrace teaching science as an investigative process, fostering students' curiosity, creativity, and scientific literacy. By offering practical and clear guidance, the book empowers teachers to unlock the full potential of their students and inspire a lifelong love for science.

Weight: 653g
Dimension: 227 x 161 x 30 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9781475864854
Edition number: 3rd Edition