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Differentiated Instruction for the Middle School Science Teacher
Activities and Strategies for an Inclusive ClassroomDifferentiated Instruction for Middle School Teachers, Band 3 1. Aufl.
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Verlag: | Wiley |
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Veröffentl.: | 12.02.2010 |
ISBN/EAN: | 9780470585153 |
Sprache: | englisch |
Anzahl Seiten: | 256 |
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<b>An indispensable guide for middle school science teachers who have inclusive classrooms</b> <p>The third volume in the Differentiated Instruction series, <i>Differentiated Instruction for the Middle School Science Teacher</i> offers teachers proven techniques for designing and delivering effective science instruction, measuring success, getting students to work together, and collaborating with other professionals. The ready-to-use activities are tied to core curriculum standards for middle school students and each lesson incorporates adaptations for students with different learning needs.</p> <ul> <li>Includes strategies for teaching a standards-based science curriculum</li> <li>Contains a wealth of activities that can be adapted for learners of all abilities</li> <li>Offers information for delivering effective instruction, measuring success, and student collaboration</li> </ul> <p>The authors, both experienced teachers, offer a range of techniques, such as station/group activities, enrichment activities, and modifications for students with specific disabilities.</p>
<p>About This Book vii</p> <p>About the Authors ix</p> <p>Acknowledgments xi</p> <p>Foreword xiii</p> <p><b>Part One: Being Successful in the Inclusive Classroom</b></p> <p><b>Chapter 1: Collaborating Effectively 3</b></p> <p>Collaborating for Intervention 3</p> <p>Collaborating with the Child Study Team 4</p> <p>Collaborating with Parents and Families 13</p> <p>Tips for Talking with Parents 16</p> <p><b>Chapter 2: Preparing for Differentiated Learning 17</b></p> <p>Working with Core Curriculum Standards 17</p> <p>Assessing Learning Styles 18</p> <p>Multiple Intelligences and Learning Strengths 20</p> <p>Planning for Students with Special Needs 21</p> <p><b>Chapter 3: Effective Teaching Strategies for Differentiating Instruction 25</b></p> <p>The Effective Inclusive Classroom 26</p> <p>Measuring Success 28</p> <p><b>Part Two: Science Activities for the Inclusive Middle School Classroom</b></p> <p><b>Chapter 4: Scientific Inquiry 33</b></p> <p>Activity 1: Scientific Method 34</p> <p>Activity 2: Famous Scientists 40</p> <p><b>Chapter 5: Physical Science 45</b></p> <p>Activity 1: Force 46</p> <p>Activity 2: Motion 52</p> <p>Activity 3: Properties of Matter 58</p> <p>Activity 4: Phases of Matter 63</p> <p>Activity 5: Acids and Bases 69</p> <p>Activity 6: Using the Periodic Table 76</p> <p>Activity 7: Alternative Energy Sources 82</p> <p><b>Chapter 6: Earth and Space Science 89</b></p> <p>Activity 1: Types of Rocks 90</p> <p>Activity 2: Volcanoes 95</p> <p>Activity 3: Minerals 101</p> <p>Activity 4: Oceans and Seas 107</p> <p>Activity 5: The Solar System 115</p> <p>Activity 6: Stars and Galaxies 123</p> <p>Activity 7: The Water Cycle 129</p> <p><b>Chapter 7: Life Science 137</b></p> <p>Activity 1: Classification of Organisms 138</p> <p>Activity 2: The Structure and Function of Cells 145</p> <p>Activity 3: Cell Division—Mitosis 150</p> <p>Activity 4: Cell Division—Meiosis 155</p> <p>Activity 5: Heredity and Genetics 160</p> <p>Activity 6: Plants 166</p> <p><b>Chapter 8: The Human Body 173</b></p> <p>Activity 1: The Skeletal System, Joints, and Muscles 174</p> <p>Activity 2: The Cardiovascular System 180</p> <p>Activity 3: The Central Nervous System 188</p> <p>Activity 4: The Digestive System 194</p> <p>Activity 5: Blood 200</p> <p>Activity 6: The Ear 207</p> <p>Activity 7: The Eye 213</p> <p>Answer Key 219</p> <p>National Curriculum Standards 225</p> <p>Glossary 229</p> <p>Bibliography 237</p> <p>Index 238</p>
<p><b>THE AUTHORS</b> <p><b>JOAN D'AMICO</b>, M.A., L.D.T.C., is a learning disabilities teacher and consultant in the Garfield School District in New Jersey. She has over 15 years of experience as a learning disabilities teacher and consultant in both public and private schools, and also has a private practice as a learning disabilities specialist. <p><b>KATE GALLAWAY</b>, M.A., teaches science and math methods to beginning teachers and graduate students. She has worked with districts and teachers nationwide on differentiated instruction. <p>Joan and Kate are also the co-authors of <i>Differentiated Instruction for the Middle School Math Teacher</i> and <i>Differentiated Instruction for the Middle School Language Arts Teacher.</i>
<p><b>Differentiated Instruction for the Middle School Science Teacher</b> <p>The third volume in the popular Differentiated Instruction series, <i>Differentiated Instruction for the Middle School Science Teacher</i> includes proven techniques for designing and delivering effective science instruction. The book contains a wealth of effective strategies for measuring students' success, getting students to work together, and collaborating with other professionals. Each ready-to-use activity is tied to core science curriculum standards for middle school students and every lesson incorporates adaptations for students of varying learning styles and skill levels. Each lesson includes: <ul> <li>Instructions for presenting the lesson to the whole class</li> <li>Worksheets designed to help review and reinforce the concepts presented in each lesson</li> <li>A section on how to adapt the lesson for the inclusive classroom</li> <li>A whole-class lab to give students hands-on experience with science and inquiry</li> <li>Suggestions for assessing students' grasp of the concepts presented in the lesson</li> </ul> <p><i>Differentiated Instruction for the Middle School Science Teacher</i> is an essential resource for teachers in inclusive classrooms who are seeking new ways to reach all of their students. <p><b>PRAISE FOR <i>DIFFERENTIATED INSTRUCTION FOR THE MIDDLE SCHOOL SCIENCE TEACHER</i></b> <p>"This book provides detailed options for differentiating instruction embedded within the specifics of lesson plans. It is a wonderful resource for the middle school science teacher seeking ideas for lessons, activities, worksheets, and labs."</br> <b>MARGI GOLDSTEIN, Ph.D.</b> scientist and educator, Connecticut <p>"This is an excellent resource for teachers to provide science instruction to all students."</br> <b>MARY F. LIND</b>, Math and Science Procedures Instructor, California State University Monterey Bay <p>"The authors clearly understand the importance of making science accessible to all students! This is an invaluable resource that promises to engage students in the pursuit of scientific knowledge."</br> <b>KRISTIN BELL</b>, Associate Professor of Medicine, University of California, San Diego <p>"<i>Differentiated Instruction for the Middle School Science Teacher</i> is a delightful, organized, and user-friendly book that offers strategies to aid all types of learners. It also is a practical and creative book that I will recommend to other professionals in my office to fill this need. This book, like the other two in the series, makes learning interesting, relevant, and fun for all learners!"</br> <b>CHRISTIAN CIPOLLONE</b>, guidance counselor, Garfield Middle School, Garfield, New Jersey
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