Performing science
Subtitle: teaching chemistry, physics and biology through drama
By: edited by Ian Abrahams and Martin Braund
Publisher: Continuum
Published: 2012
Place of publication: London; New York
Language: eng
Number of pages: 143
ISBN-13: 9781441160713
Subjects: Science; Study and teaching (Secondary); Activity programs; Drama in education
Other titles: Teaching chemistry, physics and biology through drama
Description: This book provides busy teachers with ready-made lesson plans for teaching many abstract scientific principles in a fun and novel way that really engages students. Drawing on and combining the knowledge of biology, chemistry, and physics education specialists with drama education experts, this book covers topics taught widely in the sciences with pupils aged 11-16 years.
Notes: Includes bibliographical references (p.137-138) and index.
Table of contents: title: The value of using drama to teach science; title: Biology: session plans for 11-14; title: Biology: session plans for 14-16; title: Chemistry: session plans for 11-14; title: Chemistry: session plans for 14-16; title: Physics: session plans for 11-14; title: Physics: session plans for 14-16; title: Conclusions.