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Peer reviewedYockey, Joann – Science and Children, 1989
Described is a third-grade science unit using feathers. Children use the feathers to learn about measurement, observation, and inference. Procedures and results are discussed. (CW)
Descriptors: Elementary School Science, Experiential Learning, Inferences, Investigations
Peer reviewedOtto, Paul B. – Science and Children, 1991
The soliciting-and-reacting-moves questioning technique used in science classrooms is described. The importance of using both higher-order and lower-level questions during a lesson is discussed. An example of a dialogue between a student and teacher using this technique is included. (KR)
Descriptors: Elementary Education, Elementary School Science, Inquiry, Learning Processes
Peer reviewedMacDonald, Dougal – Science and Children, 1993
Clarifies the idea of prediction in science teaching by distinguishing between the two extremes of guessing and making logical deductions. Discusses the use of predictions in testing teachers' and students' explanations. (MDH)
Descriptors: Elementary Education, Elementary School Science, Generalization, Hypothesis Testing
Peer reviewedWulfson, Stephen – Science and Children, 1988
Presents reviews of six computer software programs for teaching science. Provides the publisher, grade level, cost, and descriptions of software, including: (1) "Recycling Logic"; (2) "Introduction to Biochemistry"; (3) "Food for Thought"; (4) "Watts in a Home"; (5) "Geology in Action"; and (6)…
Descriptors: Biochemistry, Computer Assisted Instruction, Computer Simulation, Computer Software
