Building
Successful Partnerships: Community Connections for Science EducationBuilding
Successful Partnerships: Community Connections for Science Education
Grades K–12
Field trips don’t have to be grueling. This practical guide helps teachers work with science educators in the community to avoid common pitfalls that interfere with the many science-learning opportunities that exist in museums, parks, and science centers. The book offers tips and strategies on selecting community resources for field trips, developing and evaluating educational materials, and even arranging transportation. Its message for teachers, parents, and school board members: Don’t overlook the many enriching activities available outside the classroom.
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History
and Theory You Can Use: Community Connections for Science Education
Grades K–12
Science beyond the schoolhouse is the subject of this close-up look at informal science—education in nontraditional settings, including Boys & Girls Clubs, 4-H, zoos, aquariums, and public TV. More than a dozen writers draw on personal experience to tell why they became informal science educators and how they use the history and theory of traditional science education in their work. Among the book’s features for informal science educators are a resource directory and a special section on program evaluation.
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