Writing and Learning in the Science Classroom
This volume is of interest to science educators, graduate students, and classroom teachers. The book will also be an important addition to any scholarly library focusing on science education, science literacy, and writing. This book is unique in that it synthesizes the research of the three leading...
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| Format: | eBook |
| Language: | English |
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Dordrecht
Springer Netherlands
2004, 2004
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| Edition: | 1st ed. 2004 |
| Series: | Contemporary Trends and Issues in Science Education
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| Collection: | Springer Book Archives -2004 - Collection details see MPG.ReNa |
Table of Contents:
- 1. Introduction. Does Writing Promote Learning in Science?
- 2. Evidence from the Literature for Writing as a Mode of Science Learning
- 3. Cognitive, Constructivist Mechanisms for Learning Science through Writing
- 4. The Role of Language in Science Learning and Literacy
- 5. A Research Program on Writing for Learning in Science, 1992–2002
- 6. Using a Science Writing Heuristic to Promote Learning from Laboratory
- 7. Children’s Views of Writing to Learn
- 8. Teacher’s Perceptions of Writing to Learn Strategies
- 9. Breakthroughs, Classroom Implications, On-going and Future Research
- References