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Questions:

1. What failures in the elementary science classroom may cause some students to carry common misconceptions in science into adulthood?

2, During Discovery learning, "science classrooms do become a bit chaotic, which can be unnerving. This is often a concern, especially for new teachers who are just developing their classroom-management strategies". Suggest two things that an elementary science teacher should do to address feelings of nervousness.

3. Asking good questions and defining problems is the first step in Discovery Learning/Inquiry Method of teaching. Identify four types of questions and for each give your OWN PRIMARY SCIENCE Examples.

4. What is the advantage of Developing and Using Models, in the Discovery Learning/Inquiry Method of teaching, and which kind of learning style might this appeal to?

5. In the Discovery Learning/Inquiry Method of teaching, Mathematical and Computational Thinking is fundamental. It is said that "math is the language of science", but many people are turned away from science because of math. What does the text recommend primary teacher should do so that math is not intimidating to their students as a part of the science lessons?

6. What is the difference between Construction Explanations and Designing Solutions as a part of the Discovery Learning/Inquiry Method of teaching? Why are both important for primary science teachers?

7. Obtaining, Evaluating, and Communicating Information is a final but important step in the Discovery Learning/Inquiry Method of teaching? For each one - Obtaining, Evaluatiing, Communicating - give examples

8. Why are Demonstrations important? What are three important considerations elementary teachers should consider when conducting demonstrations for their students?