{"product_id":"the-science-quest-using-inquiry-discovery-to-enhance-student-learning-grades-7-12-paperback","title":"The Science Quest: Using Inquiry\/Discovery to Enhance Student Learning, Grades 7-12 - Paperback","description":"\u003cp\u003eby \u003cb\u003eFrank X. Sutman\u003c\/b\u003e (Author), \u003cb\u003eJoseph S. Schmuckler\u003c\/b\u003e (Author), \u003cb\u003eJoyce D. Woodfield\u003c\/b\u003e (Author)\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003ci\u003eThe Science Quest\u003c\/i\u003e introduces the Inquiry\/Discovery instructional framework, an innovative method for captivating students? interest in science, for building their skills in scientific thinking, and for dramatically enriching their understanding of scientific content and concepts. For teachers curious how to implement ?inquiry? learning as called for in the National Science Education Standards, this book provides detailed and practical guidance. It shows teachers how to transform ordinary lessons in ways that 1) encourage students to take initiative in posing scientific ?inquiry? questions; and 2) enable students to independently ?discover? answers to their questions by engaging in investigative practices and critically evaluating the findings. Inquiry\/Discovery practices can be introduced in stages, starting with simple activities and gradually increasing the levels of challenge. \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003ci\u003eThe Science Quest\u003c\/i\u003e includes everything a teacher needs to bring successful instruction, including: \u003c\/p\u003e \u003cul\u003e \u003cli\u003eExtensive lesson planning and assessment tools\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eSuggestions on working with students in teams\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eScores of sample lessons from varied disciplines\u003c\/li\u003e \u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch3\u003eFront Jacket\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eTHE SCIENCE QUEST\u003c\/b\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003ci\u003eThe Science Quest\u003c\/i\u003e introduces the Inquiry\/Discovery instructional framework, an innovative method for captivating students' interest in science, for building their skills in scientific thinking, and for dramatically enriching their understanding of scientific content and concepts. For teachers curious about how to implement \"inquiry\" learning as called for in the \u003ci\u003eNational Science Education Standards, \u003c\/i\u003e this book provides detailed and practical guidance. It shows teachers how to transform ordinary lessons in ways that 1) encourage students to take initiative in posing scientific \"inquiry\" questions; and 2) enable students to independently \"discover\" answers to their questions by engaging in investigative practices and critically evaluating the findings. Inquiry\/Discovery practices can be introduced in stages, starting with simple activities and gradually increasing the levels of challenge. \u003ci\u003eThe Science Quest\u003c\/i\u003e includes everything a teacher needs for successful instruction, including: \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e \u003cli\u003eExtensive lesson planning and assessment tools\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eSuggestions on working with students in teams\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eScores of sample lessons from varied disciplines\u003c\/li\u003e \u003c\/ul\u003e \u003cp\u003eThis book will serve as a guide for preparing the next generation of scientists and scientifically informed citizens. \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003ePRAISE FOR \u003ci\u003eTHE SCIENCE QUEST\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\"A must-read for all aspiring\/inquiring teachers of science.\"\u003cbr\u003e \u003cb\u003e--ALAN SPRINGEL, \u003c\/b\u003e science teacher, Mainland Regional High School, Linwood, New Jersey \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\"An excellent guide for teachers who want to engage students in the excitement of true scientific investigation.\"\u003cbr\u003e \u003cb\u003e--PAMELA FRASER-ADBER, \u003c\/b\u003e director science education, Department of Teaching and Learning, New York, New York \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\"A great contribution to the school science teaching curriculum.\"\u003cbr\u003e \u003cb\u003e--DAVID E. KAPEL, \u003c\/b\u003e professor emeritus of education and dean, College of Education, Rowan University \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\"A unique and timely contribution to the preparation of science teachers.\"\u003cbr\u003e \u003cb\u003e--GLENDA M. PRIME, \u003c\/b\u003e director, Graduate Students in Science Education, Morgan University\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eAuthor Biography\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eTHE AUTHORS \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eFRANK X. SUTMAN\u003c\/b\u003e is professor emeritus at Temple University, where he served as science teacher educator, senior scholar, and coordinator of the Center for Science Laboratory Studies.\u003cb\u003e JOSEPH S. SCHMUCKLER\u003c\/b\u003e is lead professor of science education and professor of chemistry at Temple University.\u003cb\u003e JOYCE D. WOODFIELD\u003c\/b\u003e is a middle-school teacher who has taught numerous subjects, primarily in the language arts.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eNumber of Pages:\u003c\/strong\u003e 224\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDimensions:\u003c\/strong\u003e 0.66 x 10.92 x 8.44 IN\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePublication Date:\u003c\/strong\u003e February 25, 2008\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Books by splitShops","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":51761392648480,"sku":"9780787985868","price":29.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0974\/9764\/5344\/files\/0fbd974936a2a2ba19107231612d0668.webp?v=1780206391","url":"https:\/\/ebocreations.com\/products\/the-science-quest-using-inquiry-discovery-to-enhance-student-learning-grades-7-12-paperback","provider":"The E-Book Oasis LLC","version":"1.0","type":"link"}