The
Nature of Science and the Study of Biological EvolutionNew High School Books from NSTA Press
The
Nature of Science and the Study of Biological Evolution
Grades 9–12
This inspired (and inspiring) two-part set weaves an examination of the nature of scientific inquiry into a compelling study of evolution. The package consists of a teacher guide on CD-ROM with a text designed specifically for high school students. The text’s stage-setting first chapter provides a broad introduction to the nature and methods of science.
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Galapagos:
An Inquiry Into Biological Evolution (Student Field Book)
Grades 9–12
These intriguing words introduce students to the virtual fieldwork of this new set, consisting of three multimedia CDs and a spiral-bound Student Field Log. Just as exploring the Galapagos Islands generated questions in Darwin’s mind about how differences and similarities among species came to be, this set acts as a guided inquiry for high school students.
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Exemplary
Science in Grades 9–12: Standards-Based Success
Grades 9–12
In this collection of 15 essays, educators describe successful programs they’ve developed to fulfill the National Science Education Standards’ vision for the reform of teaching, assessment, professional development, and content at the high school level.
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Exemplary
Science: Best Practices in Professional Development
Grade: College
This collection of 16 essays is ideal for staff development providers (university faculty, district supervisors, lead teachers, and principals) as well as preservice science methods instructors. Each essay describes a specific program designed to train current or future teachers to carry out the constructivist, inquiry-based approach of the Standards.
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Teaching
High School Science Through Inquiry
Take a personal and professional journey to understanding inquiry-based instruction with Teaching High School Science Through Inquiry. This groundbreaking book draws from current research, case studies, and author Douglas Llewellyn’s own experience to help you create a complete plan for nurturing a culture of inquiry in grades 9–12.
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Science
Curriculum Topic Study
Grades K–12
Need help making the connection among science standards, teacher practice, and increased student achievement? Science Curriculum Topic Study is your missing link.
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