Language and Literacy in Science Education
Introduction
the importance of language in science education
Looking at the language of science
Talk of the classroom
language interactions between teachers and pupils
Learning from reading
Writing for learning in science
Discussion in school science
learning science through talking
Writing text for learning science
Practical ploys for the classroom
Last thoughts...
References
Appendix
Index.
Jerry Wellington and Jonathan Osborne draw together and synthesize current good practice, thinking and research in this field. They use many practical examples, illustrations and tried-and-tested materials to exemplify principles and to provide guidelines in developing language and literacy in the learning of science. They also consider the impact that the growing use of information and communications technology has had, and will have, on writing, reading and information handling in science lessons.
The authors argue that paying more attention to language in science classrooms is one of the most important acts in improving the quality of science education. This is a significant and very readable book for all student and practising secondary school science teachers, for science advisers and school mentors.