Scientific inquiry and nature of science : implications for teaching, learning, and teacher education /

This book synthesizes the most current literature and research on scientific inquiry and nature of science in K-12 instruction. It is unique in its presentation of the distinctions and overlaps of inquiry and nature of science as instructional outcomes. The text would be appropriate for individuals...

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Corporate Author: SpringerLink (Online service)
Other Authors: Flick, Lawrence Blaine, 1946-, Lederman, Norman G.
Format: eBook
Language:English
Published: Dordrecht ; Boston : Kluwer Academic Publishers, [2004]
Series:Science & technology education library ; v. 25.
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Online Access:Connect to the full text of this electronic book
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Summary:This book synthesizes the most current literature and research on scientific inquiry and nature of science in K-12 instruction. It is unique in its presentation of the distinctions and overlaps of inquiry and nature of science as instructional outcomes. The text would be appropriate for individuals preparing to become science teachers as well as experienced teachers. Researchers and teachers will find the text interesting as it carefully explores the subtleties and challenges of designing curriculum and instruction for integrating inquiry and nature of science.
Item Description:Electronic resource.
Physical Description:1 online resource (xviii, 453 pages) : illustrations
Bibliography:Includes bibliographical references and index.
ISBN:1402026722 (electronic bk.)
9781402026720 (electronic bk.)
DOI:10.1007/978-1-4020-5814-1