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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 commentaries of current issues in primary science; A who's who of current and historical figures in the field of science and science education; Annotated further reading lists. This encyclopedia will be of interest to all teachers of 5 to 11-year-olds and anyone concerned with primary science and design and technology education.Product Identifiers
PublisherTaylor & Francis Ltd
ISBN-139780415478199
eBay Product ID (ePID)107692437
Product Key Features
Number of Pages200 Pages
LanguageEnglish
Publication NameThe Primary Science and Technology Encyclopedia
Publication Year2010
SubjectTechnology, Education, Science, Teaching
TypeTextbook
AuthorDan Davies, Kendra Mcmahon, Christopher Collier, Alan Howe
FormatPaperback
Dimensions
Item Height246 mm
Item Weight363 g
Additional Product Features
Country/Region of ManufactureUnited Kingdom
Title_AuthorDan Davies, Christopher Collier, Alan Howe, Kendra Mcmahon