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A comprehensive review of science education research from the elementary through high school levels, sponsored by the National Science Teachers Association. The Handbook is divided into five major sections. The section on Teaching covers teacher education, instructional strategies, and laboratory instruction. The Learning section examines cognition, alternative concepts in science, and the affective dimensions of learning. The Problem Solving section covers all major science disciplines. The section on Curriculum also spans the major science disciplines and covers the goals of a science curriculum, assessment, history and philosophy, and the uses of technology in the classroom. The final section, Context, explores research on school climate, gender differences in science learning, and cultural diversity. Annotation copyright Book News, Inc. Portland, Or.
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This uniquely comprehensive and current survey of the research in science education has been compiled by the most prominent experts in the field. Much more than a summary of findings, the content of this comprehensive single volume provides an assessment of the significance of research, evaluates new developments, and examines current conflicts, controversies, and issues.The Handbook provides a historical look at the evolution of science education research while discussing the influence of current research on science teaching. This volume also considers controversial issues in science education, such as gender, ethnicity and assessment, and the evolution of these issues from teaching, learning, and research perspectives.Providing a definitive review of current research in science education, the Handbook of Research on Science Teaching and Learning is an essential reference for all teachers of science and science education as well as researchers in the field.
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