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Unique in its field, The Primary Science Encyclopedia brings together in one indispensable reference volume over 250 entries covering a wide range of topics and ideas. The book provides clear descriptions, definitions and explanations of difficult scientific concepts, carefully chosen to reflect the needs of those involved in primary science education. In addition, this encyclopedia explains clearly how to teach scientific and technological ideas in a relevant and appropriate way. Extended entries are included on topics such as creativity, thinking skills and theories of learning and the book also provides insight into cross-curricular work, assessment and classroom organisation in the primary science classroom.

Compiled by authors with a wealth of experience in primary science and technology teaching, this book contains:

  • Over 250 entries;

  • Scientific definitions and pedagogical explanations;

  • Extensive com

    Table of Contents

    Introduction Encyclopaedia entries A – Z Extended and boxed entries Creativity Dialogic talk Learning (theories of learning) Science and design and technology (their relationship) Thinking skills Who’s who of some important current and historical figures in science Who’s who of some important inventors Our top 10 of influential people in primary science education Bibliography

The Primary Science and Technology Encyclopedia

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    A Paperback / softback by Christopher Collier, Dan Davies, Alan Howe

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      Publisher Taylor & Francis Ltd
      Published 14 December 2010
      ISBN-13 9780415478199
      978-0415478199
      ISBN-10 0415478197
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      Teaching of a specific subject

      Description

      Book Synopsis

      Unique in its field, The Primary Science Encyclopedia brings together in one indispensable reference volume over 250 entries covering a wide range of topics and ideas. The book provides clear descriptions, definitions and explanations of difficult scientific concepts, carefully chosen to reflect the needs of those involved in primary science education. In addition, this encyclopedia explains clearly how to teach scientific and technological ideas in a relevant and appropriate way. Extended entries are included on topics such as creativity, thinking skills and theories of learning and the book also provides insight into cross-curricular work, assessment and classroom organisation in the primary science classroom.

      Compiled by authors with a wealth of experience in primary science and technology teaching, this book contains:

      • Over 250 entries;

      • Scientific definitions and pedagogical explanations;

      • Extensive com

        Table of Contents

        Introduction Encyclopaedia entries A – Z Extended and boxed entries Creativity Dialogic talk Learning (theories of learning) Science and design and technology (their relationship) Thinking skills Who’s who of some important current and historical figures in science Who’s who of some important inventors Our top 10 of influential people in primary science education Bibliography

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