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Van Matre, Steve; Johnson, Bruce – 1988
Students must be educated about the planet on which they live. This book presents instructional ideas for anyone who is charged with developing an environmental program for students. Chapter 1, "The Whys, Whats and Ways of Earth Education," provides a description of the program and how it can be used to teach students of their role in…
Descriptors: Educational Change, Elementary Secondary Education, Environmental Education, Physical Environment
Wasserman, Selma; Ivany, J. W. George – 1996
The aim of this book is to provide a resource for classroom teachers to develop students' knowledge, attitudes, and skills that would prepare them to become more scientifically literate. By articulating a clear theoretical framework coupled with accessible teaching strategies, it is designed to help teachers who feel unprepared for and intimidated…
Descriptors: Alternative Assessment, Cooperative Learning, Educational Change, Educational Strategies
Jones, Alan V. – 1983
This book consists of science activities for 11- to 16-year-old children who have physical disabilities. Part 1 presents information for teachers, parents, curriculum planners, and others who are interested in incorporating some science into the curriculum of the handicapped child. It outlines reasons for doing science, gives a suggested concept…
Descriptors: Chemistry, Electricity, Elementary School Science, Elementary Secondary Education
Barrett, Katharine; Blinderman, Ellen; Boffen, Beatrice; Echols, Jean; House, Patricia A.; Hosoume, Kimi; Kopp, Jaine – 1999
This handbook is designed to help readers understand the educational philosophy and practice of the PEACHES (Primary Explorations for Children and Educators in Science) and GEMS (Great Explorations in Math and Science) programs, and to assist in using GEMS/PEACHES teachers' guides in schools and child care centers. The handbook outlines techniques…
Descriptors: Developmentally Appropriate Practices, Early Childhood Education, Hands on Science, Mathematics
