Simulations as Scaffolds in Science Education

• Κύριοι συγγραφείς: Renken, Maggie (Συγγραφέας), Peffer, Melanie (Συγγραφέας), Otrel-Cass, Kathrin (Συγγραφέας), Girault, Isabelle (Συγγραφέας), Chiocarriello, Augusto (Συγγραφέας)
• Συγγραφή απο Οργανισμό/Αρχή: SpringerLink (Online service)
• Μορφή: Ηλεκτρονική πηγή Ηλ. βιβλίο
• Γλώσσα: English
• Έκδοση: Cham : Springer International Publishing : Imprint: Springer, 2016.
• Σειρά: SpringerBriefs in Educational Communications and Technology,
• Θέματα: Education.; Educational technology.; Science education.; Educational Technology.; Learning & Instruction.; Science Education.

This book outlines key issues for addressing the grand challenges posed to educators, developers, and researchers interested in the intersection of simulations and science education. To achieve this, the authors explore the use of computer simulations as instructional scaffolds that provide strategi...

Πίνακας περιεχομένων:

• An Introduction to Simulations as Scaffolds in Science Education
• Computer Simulations on a Multidimensional Continuum: A Definition and Examples
• Distinctions between Computer Simulations and Other Technologies for Science Education
• Inquiry-based Science Education and Problem Based Learning: Motivations, Objectives, and Challenges Relevant to Computer Simulations
• Scaffolding Science Learning: Promoting Disciplinary Knowledge, Science Process Skills, and Epistemic Processes
• Considerations for Integrating Simulations in the Science Classroom.