Perspectives in Urban Ecology
This book gives an interdisciplinary overview on urban ecology. Basic understanding of urban nature development and its social reception are discussed for the European Metropolitan Area of Berlin. Furthermore, we investigate specific consequences for the environment, nature and the quality of life for city dwellers due to profound changes such as climate change and the demographic and economic developments associated with the phenomena of shrinking cities. Actual problems of urban ecology shoul...
Science Learning and Inquiry with Technology (Ed Psych Insights)
by Diane Jass Ketelhut and Michael Shane Tutwiler
When implemented effectively, technology has great potential to positively connect with learning, assessment, and motivation in the context of K-12 science education and inquiry. Written by leading experts on technology-enhanced science learning and educational research, this book situates the topic within the broader context of educational psychology research and theory and brings it to a wider audience. With chapters on the fundamentals of science learning and assessment, integration of techno...
Holt Science & Technology [Short Course] (Holt Science & Technology Short Course 2007)
Environmental studies provide an ideal opportunity for children of any age to build critical and creative thinking skills while also building skills in science, technology, engineering, and mathematics (STEM). Exploring issues related to sustainability and environmental concerns permits learners to identify problems, develop research questions, gather and analyze data, develop possible solutions, and disseminate this information to others. Despite the advantages of green education and its abilit...
Kid Crafts introduces younger children to the magic of electronics through the softer side of circuits! Young explorers will learn about electronics through sewing and craft projects aimed at maker parents and their children, elementary school teachers, and kids' activity leaders. Each project introduces new skills and new components in a progressive series of projects that take learners from the very basics to understanding how to use components such as sensors, transistors, and timers. The boo...
Latino Women of Science (Women of Science)
by Leonard Bernstein, Alan Winkler, and Linda Zierdt-Warshaw
Mastering Primary Science (Mastering Primary Teaching)
by Dr Amanda McCrory and Dr Kenna Worthington
Houghton Mifflin Discovery Works (Houghton Mifflin Discovery Works)
Houghton Mifflin Discovery Works (Houghton Mifflin Discovery Works)
