Document Type
Graduate Project
Date of Degree Completion
2010
Degree Name
Master of Education (MEd)
Department
Education
Committee Chair
Lee Plourde
Second Committee Member
L. Fitch
Third Committee Member
S. Schmitz
Abstract
In 2009, Washington State issued a new set of science standards. These new standards focus on building scientific literacy. With the emphasis now on scientific literacy rather than the traditional emphasis on fact memorization, many teachers must now find new ways to teach their science programs that reinforce understanding in science concepts rather than simple fact recollection. A science program that focuses on the constructivist learning philosophy and that offers students "hands on" activities as well as teacher led demonstrations is offered here to fill the role as an example of one of these new programs.
Recommended Citation
Cornwell, Douglas Ray, "Third Grade Hands On Science Curriculum" (2010). All Graduate Projects. 98.
https://digitalcommons.cwu.edu/graduate_projects/98
Included in
Educational Methods Commons, Elementary Education and Teaching Commons, Science and Mathematics Education Commons