Learning Through School Science Investigation

This book explores teaching and learning through science investigation and practical work. It draws upon two representative case studies from New Zealand and examines what students are learning from science investigation; in addition, it identifies and describes ways in which teachers can make changes that benefit student learning when given time to reflect and respond to research literature and findings. The book illustrates how teaching through science investigations in ways that are informed by research can lead to positive learning outcomes for students. As such, it offers valuable insights for practitioners, researchers, and educators with an interest in learning through science investigation.

Complements school science investigation as a pedagogical approach in international curricula with research evidence-based information Provides useful findings for researchers, teacher educators, student teachers, and primary and secondary school educators alike Includes case studies that provide in-depth information and illustrative exampless

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Dr Azra Moeed is an Associate Professor of Science Teacher Education at Victoria University of Wellington. Her research interests include science education, science teacher education, and environmental education. She has an interest in classroom research and has published in international journals and presented at conferences. Azra has been involved in several international and national projects and received the National Tertiary Excellence in Teaching Award in 2016.
Dr Dayle Anderson is a Senior Lecturer of Science and Mathematics Teacher Education at Victoria University of Wellington. Her research interests include primary science education, science teacher education, culturally responsive teaching, and classroom-based projects. Dayle is currently involved in a national Science Teaching Leadership Programme organised by the New Zealand Royal Society - Te Ap rangi. She has presented at conferences and published nationally and internationally.

Inhalt
1 Introduction: School Science Investigation - What research says.- 2 The New Zealand Context and Research Design.- 3 Science Investigation in Primary School.- 4 Science Investigation in Secondary School.- 5 Science Investigation in Primary School: Changes to teacher practice.- 6 Science Investigation in Secondary School: Changes to teacher practice.- 7 Enhancing Learning through School Science Investigation.