Primary Science - Making It Work

Primary Science - Making It Work
Author: Chris Ollerenshaw
Publisher: Routledge
Total Pages: 221
Release: 2013-11-12
Genre: Education
ISBN: 1134092423

First Published in 1997. This innovative series is an ideal means of supporting professional practice in the post-Dearing era, when a new focus on the quality of teaching and learning is possible. The series promotes reflective teaching and active forms of pupil learning. The books explore the implications of these commitments for curriculum and curriculum-related issues. The changes in this second edition of the book reflect the different context of science education and the needs of teachers in the late-1990s: new material is included on National Curriculum links, assessment, planning and professional development

Primary Science - Making It Work

Primary Science - Making It Work
Author: Chris Ollerenshaw
Publisher: Routledge
Total Pages: 233
Release: 2013-11-12
Genre: Education
ISBN: 1134092490

First Published in 1997. This innovative series is an ideal means of supporting professional practice in the post-Dearing era, when a new focus on the quality of teaching and learning is possible. The series promotes reflective teaching and active forms of pupil learning. The books explore the implications of these commitments for curriculum and curriculum-related issues. The changes in this second edition of the book reflect the different context of science education and the needs of teachers in the late-1990s: new material is included on National Curriculum links, assessment, planning and professional development

Working Scientifically

Working Scientifically
Author: Kevin Smith
Publisher: Routledge
Total Pages: 256
Release: 2016-05-10
Genre: Education
ISBN: 1317307682

With the changes that have taken place to the National Curriculum for science, the investigations that children should experience have broadened and become a key part of the curriculum necessary for the development of knowledge and understanding. Working Scientifically is a comprehensive guide that will help primary teachers develop their skills, improve their practice and nurture ‘working scientifically’ in the classroom. This book provides teachers with the tools and resources that are necessary for teaching science in a fun and exploratory way. Focusing on individual skills, it provides scientific activities in a number of different contexts. It explores each skill multiple times to help pupils progress through the age-related expectations and emphasises teaching through exploration, questioning and dialogue. Using the analogy of a journey to space as the central concept, with each step of progression related to a step in the journey, chapters include: What is ‘working scientifically’? Raising questions, predictions and planning; Observations, measurements and recording; Interpreting, analysing and concluding; Reflecting and evaluating; Assessment. Full of practical resources such as planning materials and assessment sheets, Working Scientifically will be an essential guide for all qualified and trainee primary teachers wishing to develop their practice in this essential area of the Science curriculum.

EBOOK: Science for Primary School Teachers

EBOOK: Science for Primary School Teachers
Author: Helena Gillespie
Publisher: McGraw-Hill Education (UK)
Total Pages: 216
Release: 2007-12-16
Genre: Social Science
ISBN: 0335235123

What do I need to know about science to teach children in primary school? How can I make my science teaching successful? How do children learn to investigate scientifically? What are the dos and don’ts of science teaching? Written to support teachers who need to boost their science knowledge, this book covers science knowledge in sufficient breadth and depth to enable you to teach science effectively up to the end of Key Stage 2, as well as the core teaching and learning issues involved in the investigative process. Whether you are a student or a fully qualified teacher, the book is designed to help you find what you need quickly. The introduction provides a guide to how to use the book, including a table which cross references the subject knowledge against the National Curriculum, the QCA Scheme of Work and Primary Science Topics. This enables you to use the book in different ways, depending on your individual requirements. To ensure that teachers will be able to teach and respond to questions appropriately, the authors take science knowledge beyond what is required for Key Stage 2. This is important, as it helps to avoid over-simplifying concepts which can then cause misconceptions at Key Stage 3 and beyond. It also helps to broaden and develop the primary teacher’s own knowledge. Science for Primary School Teachers is a core text for teachers in training, and in professional development into the induction year and beyond.

Learning and Teaching Primary Science

Learning and Teaching Primary Science
Author: Angela Fitzgerald
Publisher: Cambridge University Press
Total Pages: 319
Release: 2013-05-20
Genre: Education
ISBN: 1107609453

Brings teaching primary science to life, with dedicated chapters for chemistry, physics, biology and earth and environmental science.

Making Progress in Primary Science

Making Progress in Primary Science
Author: Wynne Harlen
Publisher: Routledge
Total Pages: 257
Release: 2003
Genre: Inquiry (Theory of knowledge)
ISBN: 1134474431

This book is for teachers and student teachers looking to improve their practice in primary science. Throughout the book, the focus is on the learning of science as an investigative process through which pupils develop an understanding of ideas. This is supported by modules on different aspects of teaching and learning in science, including: building on children's own ideas how to ask and answer questions managing practical work in the classroom science for very young children effective assessment, self-assessment and feedback cross-curricular links ICT and science science outside the classroom Each module comprises of an introduction to the aspect; workshop materials to help teachers reflect on teaching, planning and managing primary science; guidance about typical pitfalls and problems; and suggestions for further reading. This book can also be used as a companion to the book for course leaders using Making Progress in Primary Science, 2nd edition. It follows exactly the same module structure and can be used by participants during their course and as a useful resource afterwards.

Making Progress in Primary Science

Making Progress in Primary Science
Author: Dr Wynne Harlen
Publisher: Routledge
Total Pages: 257
Release: 2003-12-16
Genre: Education
ISBN: 1134474423

This new and extensively revised edition of Progress in Primary Science is intended for all those involved in training teachers of primary school science, both preservice and on INSET courses. Its flexible modular structure enables course leaders to tailor their course to participants' needs. Each module can be studied individually or as part of an extended programme and contains notes for facilitators, photocopiable workshop materials, activities for practitioners and suggestions for further reading. Throughout the book the focus is on the learning of science as an investigative process through which pupils develop an understanding of ideas. This is supported by modules on different aspects of teaching and learning in science, including: building on children's own ideas how to ask and answer questions managing practical work in the classroom science for very young children effective assessment, self-assessment and feedback cross-curricular links ICT and science science outside the classroom. The companion study book currently available can be used by those participating on these courses. It follows the same modular structure and contains the same information as this book, and makes planning and delivering the course easier and less time consuming for the course leader.

Primary Science Kit

Primary Science Kit
Author: Rosemary Sherrington
Publisher: Nelson Thornes
Total Pages: 124
Release: 2002
Genre: Science
ISBN: 0748764860

This kit has been devised to help teachers of primary science in schools of all sizes. The two-year age band structure, the compact size of the resources, correlation to the QCA Scheme of Work and recommended teaching times all contribute to making teaching science more effective in the school. The Teacher Resource Books contain a comprehensive series of clearly structured lesson plans that enable you to teach the QCA Scheme of Work, with six units in each year.

Cambridge Primary Science Stage 1 Learner's Book

Cambridge Primary Science Stage 1 Learner's Book
Author: Jon Board
Publisher: Cambridge University Press
Total Pages: 69
Release: 2014-05-22
Genre: Juvenile Nonfiction
ISBN: 1107611385

Cambridge Primary Science is a flexible, engaging course written specifically for the Cambridge Primary Science curriculum framework. This Learner's Book for Stage 1 covers all objectives required by the curriculum framework in an engaging, visually stimulating manner. Learning through enquiry is supported by hands-on activity suggestions, which provide integrated coverage of the Scientific Enquiry objectives. Assessment is achieved through 'Check your progress' questions at the end of each unit.

EBOOK: Enhancing Primary Science: Developing Effective Cross-Curricular Links

EBOOK: Enhancing Primary Science: Developing Effective Cross-Curricular Links
Author: Lois Kelly
Publisher: McGraw-Hill Education (UK)
Total Pages: 202
Release: 2013-02-16
Genre: Social Science
ISBN: 0335247059

How can other subjects in the primary curriculum enhance the teaching and learning of primary science? The key argument in the book is that children’s learning is enriched through both discrete subject teaching and cross-curricular approaches to the curriculum and that children become more effective learners when they make links between the different subjects. This book gives helpful insights into why making effective cross-curricular links enriches science and discusses when and how to make effective and authentic links between science and other subjects. Each chapter tackles a particular subject and considers how it can enhance science learning through a variety of approaches and a wealth of ideas for the classroom. Written in a clear, accessible and informative style, this book: Includes contributions from a range of expert practitioners Provides a good balance between theory and practice Includes practical advice and tasks to help develop your confidence and skill in cross-curricular teaching Is illustrated with examples of pupils’ voice This book is ideal for students, teachers and schools who wish to adopt a cross-curricular approach to teaching and enhance their primary science curriculum. Contributors: Alison Brade, Mark Hamill, Sharon Harris, Shelagh Hendry, Alison Hermon, Pat Hughes, Arthur Kelly, Liz Lawrence and Cliff Porter. "Let this book take you by the hand and guide you skilfully past the pitfalls of cross-curricular teaching in primary science whilst enjoying the celebration of creative and effective links between science and other subjects. It is full of practical suggestions for cross-curricular work but it never loses sight of the need for clear learning goals. Rooted in the principles of collaborative learning, this book inspires and informs." Anne Goldsworthy, Independent Science Consultant "This important book explores a practical framework for cross curricular teaching of science through a closely referenced theoretical rationale. There are a range of open ended tasks that illustrate the rich learning opportunities that can be planned for when expert subject knowledge combines with a pedagogy for enquiry. This is an essential read for all teachers inspired to tailor the curriculum to the needs and interests of their children." Alison Peacock, Headteacher of The Wroxham School and Transformative Learning Alliance, Network Leader for the Cambridge Primary Review "I enjoyed this book sharing insights into cross curricular approaches to primary science. The authors have successfully demonstrated how they have put theory into practice. There are many useful activities clearly outlined for use in the classroom based on the authors’ own experiences. The reader will gain sound knowledge and understanding of how and why cross curricular approaches can enhance primary science through worked examples. My particular favourite was the History of Bread. I will certainly recommend this book to my students." Kathy Schofield, Senior Lecturer for Primary Science, Manchester Metropolitan University, UK "These ideas have given me the confidence that cross-curricular approaches can enrich scientific provision rather than dilute it." (Primary School Teacher)