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Technology in the Secondary Science Classroom


Edited by: Randy L. Bell, Julie Gess-Newsome, and Julie Luft
$19.96 - Member Price  
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Type of Product:NSTA Press Book (also see downloadable PDF version of this book)
Average Rating:
 based on 2 reviews
Publication Date:12/1/2007
Pages:112
Stock Number:PB217X
ISBN:978-1-93353-127-4
Grade Level:Middle School, High School
Read Inside:Read a sample chapter: Online Assessments and Hearing Students Think About Science

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Description

If you’re waiting to be convinced that computers offer more than pricey bells and whistles in the classroom, this is the book that will open your mind to technology’s potential. But even if you’re an early (and avid) adopter, you’ll discover intriguing new concepts for technology-based teaching strategies that help students really learn science concepts.

The featured technologies range from the easy to master (such as digital cameras) to the more complex (such as Probeware and geographic information systems). Among the chapter topics:

• Digital images and video for teaching science
• Using computer simulations
• Probeware tools for science investigations
• Extending inquiry with geo-technologies
• Acquiring online data for scientific analysis
• Web-based inquiry projects
• Online assessments and hearing students think about science

The book’s emphasis is never on technology for technology’s sake. Each chapter includes a summary of current research on the technology’s effectiveness in the classroom; best-practice guidelines drawn from the research and practitioner literature; and innovative ideas for teaching with the particular technology.

The goal is to stimulate your thinking about using these tools—and deepen your students’ engagement in science content.

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Additional Info

Science Discipline: (mouse over for full classification)
Scientific habits of mind
Using technology
Intended User Role:Curriculum Supervisor, High-School Educator, Middle-Level Educator, Teacher
Educational Issues:Achievement, Assessment of students, Classroom management, Curriculum, Educational research, Inquiry learning, Instructional materials, Integrating technology, Learning theory, Professional development, Teacher preparation, Teaching strategies

Contents

Chapter 1 – Educational Technology in the Science Classroom
Glen Bull and Randy L. Belll

Chapter 2 – Digital Images and Video for Teaching Science
Lynn Bell and John C. Park

Chapter 3 – Using Computer Simulations to Enhance Science Teaching and Learning
Randy L. Bell and Lara K. Smetana

Chapter 4 – Probeware Tools for Science Investigations
John C. Park

Chapter 5 – Extending Inquiry With Geotechnologies in the Science Classroom
Thomas R. Baker

Chapter 6 – Acquiring Online Data for Scientific Analysis
Kathy Cabe Trundle

Chapter 7 – Web-Based Science Inquiry Projects
Alec M. Bodzin

Chapter 8 – Online Assessments and Hearing Students Think About Science
Taryn L. S. Hess and Sherry A. Southerland

Chapter 9 – The Virtual Science Classroom
Tom Dana and Rick Ferdig

Chapter 10 – Technology’s Greatest Value
Randy L. Bell and Glen Bull

References

About the Authors

Index


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National Standards Correlation

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  • Science as Inquiry
    • Abilities necessary to do scientific inquiry
      • Think critically and logically to make the relationships between evidence and explanations.
  • Process Standards for Professional Development
    • Research-Based
      • Connect and integrate all pertinent aspects of science and science education. (NSES)
      • Address teachers' needs as learners and build on their current knowledge of science content, teaching, and learning. (NSES)
    • Design
      • Introduce teachers to scientific literature, media, and technological resources that expand their science knowledge and their ability to access further knowledge. (NSES)
      • Uses learning strategies appropriate to the intended goal. (NSDC)
    • Learning
      • Incorporate ongoing reflection on the process and outcomes of understanding science through inquiry. (NSES)
  • Teaching Standards
    • Teachers of science plan an inquiry-based science program for their students.
      • Select teaching and assessment strategies that support the development of student understanding and nurture a community of science learners.
    • Teachers provide students with the time, space, and resources needed to learn science.
      • Make the available science tools, materials, media, and technological resources accessible to students.


Customer Reviews
Good for Beginner
  Reviewed by: Sherry Miles (Mobile, AL) on March 31, 2009
  I think this book is best for the teacher just now gaining access to the 10 computers to be used or for the teacher who wants to use technology to get away from the worksheet rut. Takes work to start, but it runs smoothly once put into place. You'll always have that one student who hates computers. Everyone else will love it!

technology and science
  Reviewed by: Christine West (Haugan, MT) on July 15, 2008
  I thought this book was good, however, I have had a lot of technology training and I was disappointed this books wasn't more cutting edge.

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