Bringing Science and Mathematics to Life for All Learners

Produktbeschreibung

Adams is an educational consultant in Canada; Hamm teaches science and math education at San Francisco State U. They offer teachers a wide range of creative ways to build on the social nature of learning to engage both reluctant and eager learners in science and mathematics lessons, particularly at the elementary and middle school levels. The text includes discussion about helping all students learn science and math; student inquiry in science and math; a general overview of collaborative learning; differentiated instruction; collaborative inquiry and active involvement in science lessons; mathematical reasoning and collaborative problem solving; project-based learning projects, thematic units, and collaboration; and using technology to meet the different needs and learning styles of students. Sample activities are incorporated throughout the text. No subject index.