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The Primary Science and Technology Encyclopedia
The Primary Science and Technology Encyclopedia Author:Chris Collier, Dan Davies, Alan Howe, Kendra McMahon Unique in its field, the Primary Science Encyclopedia brings together in one indispensable reference volume an eclectic mixture of definitions covering a wide range of topics and ideas. This handy reference will be invaluable to all currently teaching or training to teach at primary level as well as primary science co-o... more »rdinators advisors, and teacher trainers. Clear explanations of difficult scientific concepts are provided, carefully chosen to reflect the needs of those involved in primary science education. The writers are able to draw on their extensive experience of teaching of science in the primary classroom so that although explanations will be in sufficient depth for teachers, they will be defined in a way that is appropriate to those who then have to apply this knowledge to their teaching of primary school children. The encyclopedia also includes explanations of terms associated with teaching and learning of primary science. There are also commentaries of current issues in primary science education, a who?s who of important current and historical figures in primary science and finally a top 10 of key texts in primary science education and research is included, as well further top 10s of influential people in primary science, and difficult concepts.
c. 500 entries
Scientific definitons and pedagogical explanations/examples
Extensive commentaries of current issues in primary science
Who's who of current and historical figures
Top 10 lists including influential figures, milestones in research and difficult concepts