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The goal of this book is to introduce a reader to a new philosophy of teaching and learning physics - Investigative Science Learning Environment, or ISLE (pronounced as a small island).

ISLE is an example of an "intentional" approach to curriculum design and learning activities (MacMillan and Garrison 1988 A Logical Theory of Teaching: Erotetics and Intentionality). Intentionality means that the process through which the learning occurs is as crucial for learning as the final outcome or learned content. In ISLE, the process through which students learn mirrors the practice of physics.

Table of Contents
  • Preface
  • Acknowledgements
  • Author biographies
  • Introduction
  • Examples of ISLE-based learning of traditional physics topics and examples of ISLE-based physics problems
  • Justifying elements of the ISLE learning system
  • Scientific abilities
  • Assessment
  • How ISLE affects teachers and researchers
  • Summary and tips for those who wish to implement ISLE

Investigative Science Learning Environment: When Learning Physics Mirrors Doing Physics

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      Publisher: Morgan & Claypool Publishers
      Publication Date: 30/11/2019
      ISBN13: 9781643277813, 978-1643277813
      ISBN10: 1643277812
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      Description

      Book Synopsis
      The goal of this book is to introduce a reader to a new philosophy of teaching and learning physics - Investigative Science Learning Environment, or ISLE (pronounced as a small island).

      ISLE is an example of an "intentional" approach to curriculum design and learning activities (MacMillan and Garrison 1988 A Logical Theory of Teaching: Erotetics and Intentionality). Intentionality means that the process through which the learning occurs is as crucial for learning as the final outcome or learned content. In ISLE, the process through which students learn mirrors the practice of physics.

      Table of Contents
      • Preface
      • Acknowledgements
      • Author biographies
      • Introduction
      • Examples of ISLE-based learning of traditional physics topics and examples of ISLE-based physics problems
      • Justifying elements of the ISLE learning system
      • Scientific abilities
      • Assessment
      • How ISLE affects teachers and researchers
      • Summary and tips for those who wish to implement ISLE

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