Now in a fully updated seventh edition, The Teaching of Science in
Primary Schools provides essential information for students, trainee,
and practising teachers about the why, what and how of teaching primary
science. Paying particular attention to inquiry-based teaching and
learning, the book recognises the challenges of teaching science, and
provides suggestions and examples aimed to increase teachers' confidence
and pupils' enjoyment of the subject.
This new edition explores:
- Changes in curriculum and assessment requirements in the UK
- Advances in knowledge of how children learn
- Expansion in the use of ICT by teachers and children
And expands on key aspects of teaching including:
- The compelling reasons for starting science in the primary school
- Strategies for helping children to develop understanding, skills and
enjoyment
- Attention to school and teacher self-evaluation as a means of
improving provision for children's learning.
Giving the latest information about the rationale for and use of
inquiry-based, constructivist methodology, and the use of assessment to
help learning, the book combines practice and theory, explaining and
advocating for particular classroom interactions and activities. This
book is essential reading for all primary school teachers and those
engaged in studying primary education.
