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Record Nr.

UNINA9910493164803321

Autore

Lakin Liz

Titolo

Developing independent learning In science : practical ideas and activities for 7-12 year olds / / Liz Lakin

Pubbl/distr/stampa

Maidenhead, Berkshire : , : Open University Press, , 2013

ISBN

0-335-24621-4

Descrizione fisica

1 online resource (162 p.)

Disciplina

372.35044

Soggetti

Independent study

Science - Study and teaching (Elementary)

Electronic books.

Lingua di pubblicazione

Inglese

Formato

Materiale a stampa

Livello bibliografico

Monografia

Note generali

Description based upon print version of record.

Nota di bibliografia

Includes bibliographical references and index.

Nota di contenuto

Half title; Title; Copyright; Praise for this book; Contents; Acknowledgements; Introduction; 1 Independent learning: what is it and why is it important?; 2 Classroom application; 3 Promoting independent learning through existing strategies; 4 Developing independent learning through questioning; 5 Enhancing independence, interdependence and the higher-order skills; 6 '. . . and now for your homework': fishing on your own; Final summary; References; Index

Sommario/riassunto

This book is a practical guide to promoting and developing independent learning. Presented in a mixed format using diagrams, photographs and text the book offers tips and suggestions to achieve effective teaching and learning.