{"product_id":"sourcebook-for-teaching-scienc-paperback","title":"Sourcebook for Teaching Scienc - Paperback","description":"\u003cp\u003eby \u003cb\u003eNorman Herr\u003c\/b\u003e (Author)\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003ci\u003eThe Sourcebook for Teaching Science\u003c\/i\u003e is a unique, comprehensive resource designed to give middle and high school science teachers a wealth of information that will enhance any science curriculum. Filled with innovative tools, dynamic activities, and practical lesson plans that are grounded in theory, research, and national standards, the book offers both new and experienced science teachers powerful strategies and original ideas that will enhance the teaching of physics, chemistry, biology, and the earth and space sciences.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eBack Jacket\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eTHE SOURCEBOOK FOR TEACHING SCIENCE, GRADES 6-12\u003c\/b\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eSTRATEGIES, ACTIVITIES, AND INSTRUCTIONAL RESOURCES \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003ci\u003eThe Sourcebook for Teaching Science\u003c\/i\u003e is a unique, comprehensive resource designed to give middle and high school science teachers a wealth of information that will enhance any science curriculum. Filled with innovative tools, dynamic activities, and practical lesson plans that are grounded in theory, research, and national standards, the book offers both new and experienced science teachers powerful strategies and original ideas that will enhance the teaching of physics, chemistry, biology, and the earth and space sciences. \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eEach section of \u003ci\u003eThe Sourcebook for Teaching Science\u003c\/i\u003e offers experiments, demonstrations, illustrations, games, puzzles, analogies, lessons, activities, and strategies for adapting the material for diverse student populations. Each topic is also supported by extensive background material that provides the scientific, organizational, and teaching principles needed to implement the lessons successfully. In addition, the book offers key information, lessons, and activities that will help students develop scientific literacy, reasoning, understanding, problem solving, and research skills. \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003ci\u003eThe Sourcebook for Teaching Science\u003c\/i\u003e also incorporates technological resources for teaching and learning science, including a free companion Web site, \u003ci\u003esciencesourcebook.com.\u003c\/i\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003ePRAISE FOR \u003ci\u003eTHE SOURCEBOOK FOR TEACHING SCIENCE\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\"This book is an excellent resource for every science teacher--it provides both theoretical background and practical applications for science concepts in all four major science areas: biology, chemistry, physics, and earth and space science.\"\u003cbr\u003e \u003cb\u003e--HEDY MOSCOVICI, \u003c\/b\u003e Ph.D., director, Center for Science Teacher Education, and professor, California State University Dominguez Hills \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\"\u003ci\u003eThe Sourcebook for Teaching Science\u003c\/i\u003e offers specific ways to enhance the curriculum, making it relevant, current, and personal to students. It provides suggestions for meeting the reform visions central to the National Standards, and it personalizes science in ways that provide real learning.\"\u003cbr\u003e \u003cb\u003e--ROBERT E. YAGER, \u003c\/b\u003e Ph.D. former president of NSTA, NARST, ASTE, SSMA, NABT, and IASTS, and professor emeritus, University of Iowa \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\"Dr. Herr is the unique amalgam of encyclopedic science knowledge and pedagogical expertise. The \u003ci\u003eSourcebook for Teaching Science\u003c\/i\u003e and accompanying Web site represent the perfect combination of accessible resources for all things science education; every science educator should own and use this book.\"\u003cbr\u003e \u003cb\u003e--ANDREW STEPHENS, \u003c\/b\u003e science teacher, CALS Early College High School, Los Angeles, California\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eAuthor Biography\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eTHE AUTHOR \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eNORMAN HERR, Ph.D., \u003c\/b\u003e is a professor of science and computer education at California State University, Northridge. He earned his doctorate from the University of California, Los Angeles, and has worked as a scientist, high school science teacher, college science instructor, science education consultant, and director of graduate programs in science education. Dr. Herr is co-author of \u003ci\u003eHands-On Physics Activities with Real-Life Applications\u003c\/i\u003e and \u003ci\u003eHands-On Chemistry Activities with Real-Life Applications\u003c\/i\u003e from Jossey-Bass.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eNumber of Pages:\u003c\/strong\u003e 608\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDimensions:\u003c\/strong\u003e 1.4 x 10.7 x 8.4 IN\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePublication Date:\u003c\/strong\u003e August 01, 2008\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Books by splitShops","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":42131550634119,"sku":"9780787972981","price":34.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0601\/2623\/2711\/files\/d67b5b60a4699003abcc81a1160dcd40.webp?v=1732619832","url":"https:\/\/booksby.splitshops.com\/products\/sourcebook-for-teaching-scienc-paperback","provider":"Books by splitShops","version":"1.0","type":"link"}