Teaching for conceptual understanding in science / by Richard Konicek-Moran and Page Keeley.

Format:

Book

Author/Creator:

Konicek-Moran, Richard.

Keeley, Page, author.

Series:

Gale eBooks

Language:

English

Subjects (All):

Science--Study and teaching.

Science.

Concept learning.

Concepts in children.

Physical Description:

1 online resource (xv, 248 pages) : illustrations

Place of Publication:

Arlington, Virginia : NSTA Press, National Science Teachers Association, [2015]

Summary:

This book explores where science education has been and where it's going. It emphasizes how knowing the history and nature of science can help educators engage in teaching for conceptual understanding and conceptual change, and stresses the importance of formative assessment.

Contents:

Teaching science for conceptual understanding : an overview

What can we learn about conceptual understanding by examining the history of science?

What is the nature of science and what does it mean for conceptual understanding of science?

How does the nature of children's thinking relate to teaching for conceptual understanding?

What can we learn about teaching for conceptual understanding by examining the history of science education?

How is conceptual understanding developed through the three dimensions and learning strands?

How does the use of instructional models support teaching for conceptual understanding?

What are some instructional strategies that support conceptual understanding?

How does linking assessment, instruction, and learning support conceptual understanding?

How can informal science and every day out of school experiences support conceptual understanding?

Notes:

Includes bibliographical references and index.

Description based on print version record and CIP data provided by publisher.

ISBN:

9781941316764

194131676X

OCLC:

900194513