Enhancing Adolescents' Motivation for Science: Research-Based Strategies for Teaching Male and Female Students (Classroom Insights from Educational Psychology) - Softcover

Schmidt, Jennifer A.; Shumow, Lee B.

 
9781452269696: Enhancing Adolescents' Motivation for Science: Research-Based Strategies for Teaching Male and Female Students (Classroom Insights from Educational Psychology)

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 Because motivation is the key to scientific literacy

Within every science classroom there are students waiting to be inspired. All these students need is the right motivation. That’s exactly what this one-of-a kind guide will help you provide. And along the way, you’ll quickly learn that the motivational tools that are most effective with adolescent boys don’t always work with adolescent girls—and vice versa.

Part book, part website, this resource
• Details research-proven motivational constructs specific to science
• Addresses gender differences that influence motivation
• Describes how to make science learning relevant and enjoyable
• Builds confidence, especially among girls
• Offers motivational strategies that are consistent with the NGSS

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Über die Autorin bzw. den Autor

Lee Shumow is Distinguished Teaching Professor of Educational Psychology at Northern Illinois University. She teaches graduate level courses in adolescent development, family and community partnerships, and research methodology in learning environments. She began her career as a classroom teacher and is dedicated to preparing preservice teachers for middle and secondary school teaching. Her recent research has been dedicated to understanding the role of families and teachers in fostering adolescents' school success.

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A one-of-a-kind guide for teachers on how to motivate and inspire students in every science class.

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