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Light—The Early Years


By: William C. Robertson, Ph.D.
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Type of Product:Book Chapter
Publication Title:Light: Stop Faking It! Finally Understanding Science So You Can Teach It
Publication Date:1/1/2003
Pages:21
Grade Level:Elementary School, Middle School
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Description

This book starts with a rather simplistic view of what light is. This chapter starts with a simple explanation which will be easy to understand and it will explain quite a few things. Also, historically, it's the one that came first; hence the title of this chapter. This free selection includes the Table Contents and Preface.


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Science Discipline: (mouse over for full classification)
Mirrors
Reflection
Refraction
Transmission
Observing
Scientific habits of mind
Intended User Role:Elementary-Level Educator, Middle-Level Educator, Parent, Teacher
Educational Issues:Classroom management, Curriculum, Educational research, Inclusion, Informal education, Inquiry learning, Instructional materials, Learning theory, Teacher content knowledge, Teacher preparation, Teaching strategies

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Resource Format:application/pdf
Size:567 KB
Requirements:Requires Adobe Acrobat Reader


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National Standards Correlation

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  • Physical Science
    • Light, heat, electricity, and magnetism
      • Light travels in a straight line until it strikes an object. (K-4)
      • Light can be reflected by a mirror, refracted by a lens, or absorbed by the object. (K-4)
  • Science as Inquiry
    • Abilities necessary to do scientific inquiry
      • Employ simple equipment and tools to gather data and extend the senses. (K-4)
      • Use data to construct a reasonable explanation.
      • Communicate investigations and explanations.
      • Use appropriate tools and techniques to gather, analyze, and interpret data.
      • Develop descriptions, explanations, predictions, and models using evidence.
      • Think critically and logically to make the relationships between evidence and explanations.


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