In Visible Learning for Science, the authors reveal that it's not about which strategy to use, but when to use it, and plot a vital K-12 framework for choosing the right approach at the right time, depending on where students are within the three phases of learning: surface, deep, and transfer. Synthesizing state-of-the-art science instruction and assessment with over fifteen years of John Hattie's cornerstone educational research, this framework for maximum learning spans the range of topics in the life and physical sciences. Employing classroom examples from all grade levels, the authors empower teachers to plan, develop, and implement high-impact instruction for each phase of the learning cycle.
List of Videos Acknowledgments About the Authors Introduction Chapter 1. Science Learning Made Visible Visible Learning Surface, Deep, and Transfer Challenging Tasks Science Is More Than Demonstrations and Labs The Role of Social Skills in Science Teacher Clarity Conclusion Reflection Questions Chapter 2. Science Surface Learning Made Visible Surface Learning in Science Selecting Science Tasks That Promote Surface Learning Surface Learning in Science Made Visible Scientific Processes and Thinking Feedback Conclusion Reflection Questions Chapter 3. Science Deep Learning Made Visible Deep Learning in Science Selecting Science Tasks That Promote Deep Learning Deep Learning in Science Made Visible Scientific Processes and Thinking Feedback Conclusion Reflection Questions Chapter 4. Science Transfer Learning Made Visible Transfer Learning Types of Transfer: Near and Far The Paths for Transfer: Low-Road Hugging and High-Road Bridging Managing Misconceptions Conditions Necessary for Transfer Learning Selecting Science Tasks That Promote Transfer Learning Helping Students Transform Scientific Understanding Scientific Processes and Thinking Feedback Conclusion Reflection Questions Chapter 5. Science Learning Made Visible Through Evaluation Determining Impact Calculating the Effect Size Selecting Evaluations That Promote Response to Intervention in the Science Classroom Learning From What Doesn't Work Conclusion Reflection Questions References Index
"The authors have written a book with research to support that various learning techniques are effective at different times. Its lack of 'an all or nothing' approach truly impresses. This book reminds teachers to make relevance obvious when teaching science standards and that mistakes are necessary for learning to occur. It is so relevant in today's school climate and is an easy read for busy teachers who are trying to do the best they can for their students." -- Mandy Frantti, Teacher, Munising Public Schools "Visible Learning for Science is a great science methods text with its many, many great examples and excellent inclusion of research. I would definitely use this book in the classroom!" -- Dr. Rita Hagevik, Associate Professor and Graduate Director of Science Education, University of North Carolina at Pembroke
