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The average rating for BUNDLE: Lawson, Teaching Inquiry Science in Middle and Secondary Schools + Liu, Essentials o... based on 2 reviews is 3 stars.

Review # 1 was written on 2011-04-23 00:00:00 Michael Demarco Teaching the female brain ;How girls learn math and Science, by Abigail Norfleet James; published in 2009: Instructional/informational ; contrasts the cognitive between males in females with a greater insight on how females learn math and science and how to apply the concepts to the classroom. This book includes charts , guidelines for the Standard Of Learning tests(Virginia), Suggestions for applying the sections concepts to the classroom, left-to-right brain up to date findings, section-related quizzes that challenge knowledge of reader and introduces the topic, with answers following. Learning style quizzes for elementary and secondary levels ISBN: 978-1-4129-6710-5 The Authors Purpose The authors purpose in writing the book is to broaden your understanding of the way the female learns math and science inside of the classroom. As many teachers already know, the way a boy learns and the way a girl learns is very different; therefore, the teacher might not know why this is, or how to deal with the stress of a student. This book by Abigail Norfleet James is a wonderful tool for inside of the classroom and the growth of students. Evaluation The book overall is a great tool for teachers, as well as females who believe that the reason they are not doing well in science or math is simply because they do not understand it. The intended audience for this book is educational administrators, however other audiences can benefit from it as well.(students, parents) The author does not state many opinions, however, she states many facts which are backed up by valid evidence. She applies the facts to the subject she is discussing for a better understanding overall. The author suggests if you follow these guidelines it will lead to a better student. The effect of the book on audience Before reading the book, I and countless other females believed we could not learn math and science because we clearly could not grasp the information given. However, the book shows that its not what we are learning, it is the way we learn it. The book helps the audience discover their learning style and how to apply it. I have tried it, and it has worked. The authors goal, in my opinion, was reached. As long as the teacher reads the book and applies the information to the classroom, girls will learn differently and more efficiently as well as receive better grades. Abigail Norfleet James The author taught in co-ed facilities for many years, and is an expert in developmental and educational psychology in gendered classroom. She taught General Science, Biology, and Psychology in both boys' and girls' school, then she obtained her doctorate from The University of Virginia Curry School of Education. Her professional affiliations include The Association for Supervision and Curriculum Development ,Gender and Education Association ,American Psychological Association ,National Association for Single Sex Public Education (advisory board member) ,American Educational Research Association, and the International Boys’ School. Coalition. She provides professional development seminars to schools, works with school systems to develop single sex/or gendered education programs as well as consults with parent groups to provide information substantiating gendered programs. James also provides consultations for teachers to develop gendered educational skills. James is a winner for the gold award from ForeWard Magazine for the Book of the Year in education.(Teaching the Male Brain).

Review # 2 was written on 2012-10-22 00:00:00 Naveed Cheema Best book I have read so far on teaching science and math, and I am happy to just use the word STEM. She does a really great job addressing all nuances of girls learning, rather than lumping science and math together in explaining learning differences. I relate a lot to test anxiety, possible ADHD, and low self-esteem when it comes to math and science, and like her, I was also highly inspired by a middle school science teacher for the science that I teach today, and I was inspired simply for her being a role model. I barely even interacted with her. Perhaps the best part of the book, and this is just for me personally, is the inclusion of geology/geography lesson ideas, which is what I am most interested in, and tend to get overlooked when talking about the physical sciences as a group, and could be very promising for girls if it were taught with ideas like these in mind.