ERIC Number: EJ790089
Record Type: Journal
Publication Date: 2008-Apr
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Let's Fight for Inquiry Science!
Manley, James
Science and Children, v45 n8 p36-38 Apr 2008
In today's climate of standardized testing, the author shares his concern that colleagues who are currently implementing researched, inquiry-based science that awaken students' curiosity may soon be thwarted by mandated, time-consuming packaged programs. He encourages science educators to "fight" for inquiry-based science and includes some suggestions that can bolster their position when contending with administrators about this heated issue. (Contains a list of 5 resources.)
Descriptors: Standardized Tests, Science Education, Inquiry, Science Teachers, Educational Resources, Elementary School Science, Teaching Methods, Administrators, School Districts, National Standards, Reading Instruction, Mathematics Instruction
National Science Teachers Association. 1840 Wilson Boulevard, Arlington, VA 22201-3000. Tel: 800-722-6782; Fax: 703-243-3924; e-mail: membership@nsta.org; Web site: http://www.nsta.org
Publication Type: Journal Articles; Opinion Papers; Reports - Descriptive
Education Level: Elementary Education
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Language: English
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