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OverviewInformal, non-classroom based contexts can make an important contribution to learning for pupils studying science. This book shows how to use a wide range of contexts including freshwater habitats, museums and science centres, zoos and farms, and on industrial sites. Full Product DetailsAuthor: Martin Braund (University of York, UK) , Michael Reiss (University College London, UK) , Michael Reiss (Institute of Education, University of London, UK)Publisher: Taylor & Francis Ltd Imprint: Routledge Dimensions: Width: 17.40cm , Height: 1.70cm , Length: 24.60cm Weight: 0.657kg ISBN: 9780415321167ISBN 10: 0415321166 Pages: 256 Publication Date: 15 July 2004 Audience: College/higher education , Professional and scholarly , Tertiary & Higher Education , Professional & Vocational Format: Hardback Publisher's Status: Active Availability: In Print  This item will be ordered in for you from one of our suppliers. Upon receipt, we will promptly dispatch it out to you. For in store availability, please contact us. Table of Contents1. The nature of learning science outside the classroom. 2. Practicalities and safety issues. 3. The outdoor classroom. 4. Using freshwater habitats. 5. Learning at residential field centres. 6. Learning science in a botanic garden. 7. Learning at zoos and farms. 8. Learning science at industrial sites. 9. Chemistry trails. 10. Learning physics and astronomy outside the classroom. 11. Learning with newspapers. 12. Learning science through ICT at home. 13. Managing learning outside the classroom.Reviews'This book will be welcomed by pragmatists and environmentalists alike. It is a passport to taking children out of the classroom and beyond into the real world: a real advocate for life-long learning.' -- Liz Lakin, Primary Science Review 'This book will be welcomed by pragmatists and environmentalists alike. It is a passport to taking children out of the classroom and beyond into the real world: a real advocate for life-long learning.' - Liz Lakin, Primary Science Review Author InformationMartin R. Braund is Lecturer in Educational Studies and Curriculum Area Leader for Science in the PGCE Course at the Department of Educational Studies, University of Leeds. Michael Reiss is Professor of Science Education and Head of the School of Mathematics, Science and Technology at the Institute of Education, University of London. Tab Content 6Author Website:Countries AvailableAll regions |
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