Methods and Strategies: Using Drawing Strategically

by: Shawn Glynn and K. Denise Muth

Drawing activities in science can help students conceptualize and reflect on their experiences. In this article, the authors share their experiences incorporating drawing into science lessons for third- and fourth-grade students. While these examples pertain to life science lessons, drawing strategically is appropriate for any topic and is an effective method for the motivation, instruction, and assessment of students of all abilities and levels, including students who are learning English and students with other special needs.

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Type Journal ArticlePub Date 7/1/2008Stock # sc08_045_09_48Volume 045Issue 09

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