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Teaching Children Science Book Cover
Teaching Children Science: A Project-Based Approach, 2/e
Joe Krajcik, University of Michigan - Ann Arbor
Charlene Czerniak, University of Toledo
Carl Berger, University of Michigan - Ann Arbor

Why and How Should I Teach Science to Children?

Learning Objectives

1

Describe the primary features of project-based science.

2

Compare and contrast project-based science with reading about science, direct instruction, and process science.

3

Explain how project-based science reflects the nature of science.

4

Justify why young learners should learn science.

5

Summarize the primary features of our national science goals.

6

Explain the value of using project-based science to meet national goals and standards, particularly goals of encouraging females and minorities in science.