Description:
This loose-leaf publication for teachers defines the mission, content and methods of Earth systems education. The book was designed to help teachers determine whether ESE fits their classroom needs, and how to go about restructuring their science program at the lesson, unit, or full curriculum level. Sections focus on a variety of themes that include background articles, current national climate of science education, implementation strategies, assessment, sources of materials, example syllabus and sample activities. Written by Victor J. Mayer and Rosanne W. Fortner, Ohio State University

Organization:
Ohio State University
National Science Foundation (NSF)

URL:
http://earthsys.ag.ohio-state.edu/project/pubs/scienceis.html

Contact:
Ohio Sea Grant Publications, 1541 Research Center, 1314 Kinnear Rd. Columbus, OH 43210; Email: lee.1139@osu.edu

Cost:
$20 plus shipping and handling

Education Level:
Grades 5-8
Grades 9-12

Subject:
Earth System Science

Resource Type:
Book

Year Published:
1995
 
 

Date Added to teachearth.com:
5/1/00