Differentiated instructional strategies for science, grades K-8 /
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| Author / Creator: | Gregory, Gayle. |
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| Imprint: | Thousand Oaks, CA : Corwin Press, c2008. |
| Description: | xx, 177 p. : ill. ; 27 cm. + 1 CD-ROM (4 3/4 in.) |
| Language: | English |
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| Format: | Print Book |
| URL for this record: | http://pi.lib.uchicago.edu/1001/cat/bib/6827740 |
Table of Contents:
- Acknowledgments
- About the Authors
- Introduction
- Differentiated Instruction
- Teaching Matters
- Clarifying Instructional Goals
- Differentiated Instruction in Action
- Part I. Effective Science Education
- 1. Creating a Climate for Differentiated Instruction
- A Climate for Learning
- A Safe and Enriched Environment
- Internet Resources Related to Health and Safety
- Natural Learning Systems
- Emotional Learning System
- Social Learning System
- Physical Learning System
- Cognitive Learning System
- Reflective Learning System
- Learning Systems With Links to National Standards
- A Planning Guide for Differentiated Instruction
- Phases of the Planning Guide
- 2. Scientific and Technological Literacy for the Twenty-First Century
- Scientific Literacy
- Science Education Standards
- Unifying Concepts and Processes
- Process and Thinking Skills in K-8 Science
- Dispositions That Underlie Science
- Dimensions of Learning
- Technological Literacy
- Views of Technology
- Integration of Information and Communication Technology (ICT)
- 3. Knowing the Learner
- Multicultural Education
- Multicultural Education in Science
- Gender Equity
- Gender Equity in Science
- Learning Modalities
- Learning and Thinking Styles
- Kolb's Learning Styles
- McCarthy's 4MAT System
- Gregorc's Thinking Styles
- Gardner's Theory of Multiple Intelligences
- Eight Intelligences Linked to Science
- Sternberg's View of Intelligence
- Learning Activities Linked to Intelligences
- Strategies for PreAssessment
- Assessing Prior Knowledge
- Addressing Misconceptions
- Pretest of Concepts
- Pretest of Skills
- Part II. Designing Differentiated Instruction
- 4. Methods and Effective Practices for Increasing Student Achievement
- Methods for Teaching and Learning Science
- The Roles of Teachers and Student in Methods
- Research-Based Effective Practices
- Strategies Linked to Brain Research and Classroom Practices
- Science Notebooks as Tools for Learning
- Lab Reports
- Grouping
- Cooperative Learning
- Adjustable Assignments
- Curriculum Compacting
- 5. Strategies for Activating and Engaging
- Strategies for Engagement
- K-W-L Charts
- Discrepant Events
- School Site Investigations
- Informal Learning Environments
- Video Clips
- Guest Speakers
- Displays
- Literature in Science
- Case Studies
- 6. Strategies for Acquiring and Exploring
- Inquiry Defined
- Traditional Versus Inquiry-Based Classrooms
- Factors That Support Inquiry and Differentiated Instruction in Science
- Environments That Support Inquiry-Based Teaching and Learning
- Classroom Features
- Equipment and Supplies
- Management Strategies
- Problem-Based Learning
- Examples of PBL Topics
- Projects
- Models
- Booklets, Posters, and Brochures
- Projects at the Primary, Intermediate, and Middle Grade Levels
- Science Fair Projects
- Product Testing and Survey Research
- Science and Technological Design
- Presentations
- Stations
- Examples of Stations at the Primary Grade Level
- Example of Stations at the Intermediate Grade Level
- Example of Stations at the Middle Grade Level
- Centers
- Structured Centers
- Exploratory Centers
- Relearning Centers
- Assessment for Stations and Centers
- Choice Boards
- Choice Boards for a Primary Level Study of Animals
- Contracts
- Contract for Rocks and Minerals
- Choice Board for Activities
- Computer-Based Technologies as Tools for Learning
- 7. Strategies for Explaining, Applying, and Creating Meaning
- Group Discussion
- Questions for Thinking and Problem Solving
- Discussion Starters
- Nonlinguistic Representations for K-8 Science
- Charts
- Data Tables and Graphs
- Creating Graphs
- Bar Graphs
- Line Graphs
- Circle Graphs
- Six Types of Graphic Organizers
- Four-Corner Organizer
- 8. Strategies for Elaborating and Extending Learning
- Beyond the Basics
- Games That Enhance Learning
- Cubing
- Cubing With Questions About the Moon
- Jigsaw
- Analogies and Similes
- Analogies
- Similes
- Similes for a Middle Grade Unit on Cells
- 9. Strategies for Assessing and Evaluating Learning
- Assessment and Evaluation
- Assessment Strategies in the Science Classroom
- Performance Tasks for Learning and Assessment
- Creating Rubrics for Teacher Assessment and Self-Assessment
- Holistic Rubrics
- Generalized Rubrics
- Analytic Rubrics
- Planning Differentiated Instruction: The Key to Success
- Considerations, Resources, and Strategies for Differentiating Instruction in Science
- References
- Index