{"product_id":"differentiated-instruction-for-the-middle-school-science-teacher-isbn-9780787984670","title":"Differentiated Instruction for the Middle School Science Teacher","description":"\u003cb\u003eAn indispensable guide for middle school science teachers who have inclusive classrooms\u003c\/b\u003e  \u003cp\u003eThe third volume in the Differentiated Instruction series, \u003ci\u003eDifferentiated Instruction for the Middle School Science Teacher\u003c\/i\u003e offers teachers proven techniques for designing and delivering effective science instruction, measuring success, getting students to work together, and collaborating with other professionals. The ready-to-use activities are tied to core curriculum standards for middle school students and each lesson incorporates adaptations for students with different learning needs.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cul\u003e \u003cli\u003eIncludes strategies for teaching a standards-based science curriculum\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eContains a wealth of activities that can be adapted for learners of all abilities\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eOffers information for delivering effective instruction, measuring success, and student collaboration\u003c\/li\u003e \u003c\/ul\u003e \u003cp\u003eThe authors, both experienced teachers, offer a range of techniques, such as station\/group activities, enrichment activities, and modifications for students with specific disabilities.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eAbout This Book vii\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eAbout the Authors ix\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eAcknowledgments xi\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eForeword xiii\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003ePart One: Being Successful in the Inclusive Classroom\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eChapter 1: Collaborating Effectively 3\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eCollaborating for Intervention 3\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eCollaborating with the Child Study Team 4\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eCollaborating with Parents and Families 13\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eTips for Talking with Parents 16\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eChapter 2: Preparing for Differentiated Learning 17\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eWorking with Core Curriculum Standards 17\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eAssessing Learning Styles 18\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eMultiple Intelligences and Learning Strengths 20\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003ePlanning for Students with Special Needs 21\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eChapter 3: Effective Teaching Strategies for Differentiating Instruction 25\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eThe Effective Inclusive Classroom 26\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eMeasuring Success 28\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003ePart Two: Science Activities for the Inclusive Middle School Classroom\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eChapter 4: Scientific Inquiry 33\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eActivity 1: Scientific Method 34\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eActivity 2: Famous Scientists 40\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eChapter 5: Physical Science 45\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eActivity 1: Force 46\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eActivity 2: Motion 52\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eActivity 3: Properties of Matter 58\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eActivity 4: Phases of Matter 63\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eActivity 5: Acids and Bases 69\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eActivity 6: Using the Periodic Table 76\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eActivity 7: Alternative Energy Sources 82\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eChapter 6: Earth and Space Science 89\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eActivity 1: Types of Rocks 90\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eActivity 2: Volcanoes 95\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eActivity 3: Minerals 101\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eActivity 4: Oceans and Seas 107\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eActivity 5: The Solar System 115\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eActivity 6: Stars and Galaxies 123\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eActivity 7: The Water Cycle 129\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eChapter 7: Life Science 137\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eActivity 1: Classification of Organisms 138\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eActivity 2: The Structure and Function of Cells 145\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eActivity 3: Cell Division—Mitosis 150\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eActivity 4: Cell Division—Meiosis 155\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eActivity 5: Heredity and Genetics 160\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eActivity 6: Plants 166\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eChapter 8: The Human Body 173\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eActivity 1: The Skeletal System, Joints, and Muscles 174\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eActivity 2: The Cardiovascular System 180\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eActivity 3: The Central Nervous System 188\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eActivity 4: The Digestive System 194\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eActivity 5: Blood 200\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eActivity 6: The Ear 207\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eActivity 7: The Eye 213\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eAnswer Key 219\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eNational Curriculum Standards 225\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eGlossary 229\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eBibliography 237\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eIndex 238\u003c\/p\u003e  \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eTHE AUTHORS\u003c\/b\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eJOAN D'AMICO\u003c\/b\u003e, M.A., L.D.T.C., is a learning disabilities teacher and consultant in the Garfield School District in New Jersey. She has over 15 years of experience as a learning disabilities teacher and consultant in both public and private schools, and also has a private practice as a learning disabilities specialist. \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eKATE GALLAWAY\u003c\/b\u003e, M.A., teaches science and math methods to beginning teachers and graduate students. She has worked with districts and teachers nationwide on differentiated instruction. \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eJoan and Kate are also the co-authors of \u003ci\u003eDifferentiated Instruction for the Middle School Math Teacher\u003c\/i\u003e and \u003ci\u003eDifferentiated Instruction for the Middle School Language Arts Teacher.\u003c\/i\u003e    \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eDifferentiated Instruction for the Middle School Science Teacher\u003c\/b\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe third volume in the popular Differentiated Instruction series, \u003ci\u003eDifferentiated Instruction for the Middle School Science Teacher\u003c\/i\u003e includes proven techniques for designing and delivering effective science instruction. The book contains a wealth of effective strategies for measuring students' success, getting students to work together, and collaborating with other professionals. Each ready-to-use activity is tied to core science curriculum standards for middle school students and every lesson incorporates adaptations for students of varying learning styles and skill levels. Each lesson includes: \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e \u003cli\u003eInstructions for presenting the lesson to the whole class\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eWorksheets designed to help review and reinforce the concepts presented in each lesson\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eA section on how to adapt the lesson for the inclusive classroom\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eA whole-class lab to give students hands-on experience with science and inquiry\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eSuggestions for assessing students' grasp of the concepts presented in the lesson\u003c\/li\u003e \u003c\/ul\u003e  \u003cp\u003e\u003ci\u003eDifferentiated Instruction for the Middle School Science Teacher\u003c\/i\u003e is an essential resource for teachers in inclusive classrooms who are seeking new ways to reach all of their students.  \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003ePRAISE FOR \u003ci\u003eDIFFERENTIATED INSTRUCTION FOR THE MIDDLE SCHOOL SCIENCE TEACHER\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e  \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\"This book provides detailed options for differentiating instruction embedded within the specifics of lesson plans.  It is a wonderful resource for the middle school science teacher seeking ideas for lessons, activities, worksheets, and labs.\" —\u003cb\u003eMARGI GOLDSTEIN, Ph.D.\u003c\/b\u003e scientist and educator, Connecticut \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\"This is an excellent resource for teachers to provide science instruction to all students.\" —\u003cb\u003eMARY F. LIND\u003c\/b\u003e, Math and Science Procedures Instructor, California State University Monterey Bay \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\"The authors clearly understand the importance of making science accessible to all students! This is an invaluable resource that promises to engage students in the pursuit of scientific knowledge.\" —\u003cb\u003eKRISTIN BELL\u003c\/b\u003e, Associate Professor of Medicine, University of California, San Diego \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\"\u003ci\u003eDifferentiated Instruction for the Middle School Science Teacher\u003c\/i\u003e is a delightful, organized, and user-friendly book that offers strategies to aid all types of learners. It also is a practical and creative book that I will recommend to other professionals in my office to fill this need. 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