Language of Poverty Strategies
Implemented in the Urban Elementary Science Classroom
- Editore:
VDM Verlag
- EAN:
9783639148480
- ISBN:
3639148487
- Pagine:
- 152
- Formato:
- Paperback
- Lingua:
- Tedesco
Descrizione Language of Poverty Strategies
How does a K-12 science teacher effectively teachscience in the elementary classroom-especially todisadvantaged learners? How to support teachers whoimplement curriculum and instructional changes thataddress academic needs of urban disadvantagedstudents is fertile ground for science educationreform research. This topic is multi-faceted andcomplex. As educators examine changes in curriculaand instructional strategies, it is imperative thatconcerted effort is directed towards developingteaching and learning models that meet the academicneeds of urban disadvantaged learners. This studyreports the results of school-based staff developmentmodels used at three urban elementary schools thathad liaison teachers assisting classroom teachers inimplementing instructional strategies in scienceteaching from Language of Poverty-a curriculumframework designed to address the academics needs ofdisadvantaged students. The analysis of this thoroughcase study uncovers insights into the challengesaffecting disadvantaged students and science teachingin urban settings. It is especially useful for K-12teachers, teacher's aids, and other professionals inthe Education field.
