Chapter 4
Middle School Science
4.1 Introduction and Goals
4.2 The Curriculum
4.3 The Middle School and Junior High Science Curricula
4.4 The Middle School Movement
4.5 Middle School Science Curriculum Patterns
4.6 The Desired State for Middle School Science
4.7 Exemplary Middle School Science Programs
4.8 Unified, Integrated Programs
4.9 Earth Science Programs
4.10 Life Science Programs
4.11 Physical Science Programs
Inquiry Activities
Inquiry 4.1 Exploring Science Curriculum Materials
Science Teaching Gazette
Think Pieces
Case Studies
Research Matters: Student Motivation
The Middle School Student by Steven J. Rakow
Problems and Extensions
Resources