Exam 13: The Elementary Science Education Professional

Most constructivist science teachers are faced with having decide how to include enough emphasis on science content to cover the required curriculum while at the same time teaching the processes of science and methods of inquiry through content that is meaningful to students. What should the teacher take into consideration when making these curriculum decisions?

W What represents the ultimate goals of constructivist science education?

Science teachers are most likely to read articles in periodicals from what professional science education organization?

What does a science teacher need to consider when writing a proposal for grant money?

W When science teachers find they have to teach a science topic which they have not studied, what should they do?

W Which of the following considerations influence a constructivist science teacher's choice of methodology?

W The National Association for Research in Science Teaching has taken the position that every teacher is a researcher. How can science teachers participate in science education research efforts?

W How often should science teachers participate in professional development opportunities that deal with areas of science content?

Where can science teachers find opportunities to increase their knowledge and understanding of science?

What considerations influence a constructivist science teacher's choice of day-to-day curriculum?