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This book is a practical guide for secondary school librarians as they collaborate with teachers and students to develop inquiry-based research projects. With success stories from librarians all over the U.S. illustrating how they've guided teachers and students through the research process, this book provides strategies for using memorable events to activate students' natural curiosity and activities for generating essential questions for exploration.
Wild Curiosity brings together cutting-edge neuroscience and psychology research with simple, effective advice for parents and teachers on how to ignite the fire of curiosity in children. The author offers a new way to think about parenting and teaching—one that values autonomy, creativity, and celebrates the spontaneous and unexpected joys of learning. Following the groundbreaking work of researchers like Peter Gray and thought-leaders like Richard Louv, the book offers justification for the de-institutionalization of learning and a roadmap for how to create engaging, inspiring, and exciting experiences to nurture curiosity for children of all ages.
Cultivating Curiosity in K-12 Classrooms by Wendy L. Ostroff Pdf
This book describes how teachers can create a structured, student-centered environment that allows for openness and surprise, and where inquiry guides authentic learning. Strategies for fostering student curiosity through exploration, novelty, and play; questioning and critical thinking; and experimenting and problem solving are also provided.
A Curious Mind by Brian Grazer,Charles Fishman Pdf
"Brian Grazer knows the one thing that can instantly connect you with anyone: Curiosity. A Curious mind offers a brilliantly entertaining and inspiring account of how his courage and enthusiasm for talking with complete strangers have been the secret of his success as a leading Hollywood producer."--Publisher's description.
Author : Doug Anderson,Julie Comay,Lorraine Chiarotto Publisher : Laboratory School at the Dr. Eric Jackman Institute of Child Study, Ontario Institute for Studie Page : 0 pages File Size : 53,7 Mb Release : 2017-11-08 Category : Education ISBN : 0772726434
Natural Curiosity 2nd Edition: A Resource for Educators: Considering Indigenous Perspectives in Children's Environmental Inquiry by Doug Anderson,Julie Comay,Lorraine Chiarotto Pdf
"The second edition supports a stronger awareness of Indigenous approaches to environmental learning. It offers an encounter with Indigenous perspectives that challenge us to think in very differnet ways about our place in the world. The Indigenous lens in the edition provides a starting point in a conversation that opens educators' eyes to Indigenous perspectives as their students build lasting connections with the natural world." --back cover.
Fifty of the world’s most creative people share their stories and inspirations in this volume created by the Exploratorium science museum. What do music visionary Brian Eno, kinetic sculptor Theo Jansen, science writer Mary Roach, Mythbuster Adam Savage, and Pulitzer-winning journalist Thomas Friedman have in common? They are all game-changers: scientists, artists, entertainers, and activists who revolutionized their fields with bold new perspectives and approaches—and they all had transformative, course-setting experiences at the Exploratorium science museum, the San Francisco landmark visited by a million people a year in person and by millions more online. Join them and forty-five more brilliant thinkers and doers in a wonderfully playful, insightful, and sometimes incredibly moving journey to see how you, too, can harness your powers of observation, inquiry, and engagement to be the change you want to see in the world—regardless of who you are or what you do. Interviewees and subjects include: Oscar-Winning Sound Designer Walter Murch on observation Laurie Anderson on art as a way of knowing Memory Expert Elizabeth Loftus on how we learn Oliver Sacks on perception Mary Roach on how she learned to ask the right questions Adam Savage on the fun of finding things out Mickey Hart on the art of playing to learn, and learning to play California Governor Gavin Newsom on the importance of science Community activist Randy Carter on finding joy in the worst of places . . . and dozens more interviews, insights, and activities suggested by artists, scientists, poets, and politicians, in a book that can help you become more creative—and maybe just change the world.
Inquiry Mindset by Trevor MacKenzie,Rebecca Bathurst-Hunt Pdf
Harness the Power of Curiosity to Foster Students' Love for Learning From their youngest years, our children are innately curious. Cultivate an inquiry mindset both as a teacher and in your students! Adopt an inquiry approach that results in the most authentic and inspiring learning you've ever experienced!
The latest from Ian Leslie, the author of Born Liars, a Globe and Mail Top 100 Book, is a fascinating look at the human characteristic of curiosity — our extraordinary capacity to take pleasure in discovering, learning, and understanding. Curious shows how the practice of “deep curiosity” — persistent, self-reflective seeking of knowledge and insight — is key to the success of our careers, the happiness of our children, the strength of our relationships, and the progress of societies. But it also argues that it is a fragile quality, which wanes and waxes over time, and that we take it for granted at our peril. Ian Leslie proposes that the Internet is opening up a “curiosity gap,” by exacerbating the divide between those with a large cognitive appetite, and those happy knowing no more than they have to know; between the curious and the incurious. He draws on many sources and stories to illustrate his points: Benjamin Franklin at Portsmouth Harbour studying the effect of oil on choppy waters; a bored Galileo distracting himself in a Pisa cathedral by observing the swinging of a recently lit lamp; Leonardo da Vinci doodling ideas in his notebook; Google co-founder Larry Page’s thoughts on the perfect search engine; the invention of the microwave oven; the advantages of your local bookseller over Amazon’s algorithms; a reassessment of Donald Rumsfeld’s defense strategy, and many more. Rich, textured, and exciting, Curious is a new take on the most absorbing human trait of all.
Celebrate the can-do attitude of fierce girls who know how to wield a hammer, fire up a saw, and build everything from a bookshelf to a playhouse. Featuring project photographs, this guide will inspire you to pick up your power tools and make something great. Carpenter Katie Hughes frequently found that she was the only woman on construction worksites. To change that, she began teaching classes to girls ages 8-14, showing them how to drill, saw, and weld. Her classes quickly became sold out summer camps and she founded her own non-profit, Girls Build. Girls Who Build features candid and arresting photographs of forty-five girls showing off their power tools and can-do attitudes. Accompanying each girl is a profile interview where she speaks to her inspirations and favorite builds, plus tips for others starting out. Also included are building skills, techniques, and safety tips to teach girls -- and older beginners -- how to handle hammers, drills, and saws plus thirteen do-it-herself building projects (from the featured girls themselves) such as picture frames, nightstands, playhouses, and more.
Creativity and HCI: From Experience to Design in Education by Paula Kotzé,William Wong,Joaquim Jorge,Alan Dix,Paula Alexandra Silva Pdf
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Those wonderful creatures you do not know by Rod Bailey Pdf
"Those wonderful creatures you do not know" takes readers on an immersive exploration of the incredible creatures that inhabit our planet. From the depths of the oceans to the vast deserts, from the lush forests to the smallest microorganisms, this book unveils the captivating stories of lesser-known species that often go unnoticed. In this book, readers will embark on a remarkable journey through different ecosystems, encountering extraordinary creatures along the way. Dive into the mysterious depths of the ocean and encounter the enchanting Vampire Squid, the whimsical Dumbo Octopus, and the mesmerizing Angler Fish. Discover the unique adaptations these deep-sea creatures have developed to survive in extreme conditions, such as bioluminescence, pressure tolerance, and camouflage. Venture into the intricate world of soil dwellers and learn about the resilient Springtails, the fascinating Velvet Worms, and the diverse insects and arachnids that call the soil their home. Understand the crucial role these creatures play in soil health and ecosystem function, including nutrient cycling, soil fertility, and the maintenance of soil structure. Delve into the avian realm and encounter the secretive Oilbird, the peculiar Hoatzin, and the captivating Lyrebird. Gain insight into the significance of avian biodiversity, their contributions to ecosystem services, such as pollination and seed dispersal, and their extraordinary abilities like mimicry and elaborate mating displays. Explore the microscopic world, where Tardigrades exhibit incredible resilience, Diatoms create stunning patterns, and Plankton form the foundation of marine food webs. Uncover the vital role these tiny organisms play in supporting life on Earth, including oxygen production, carbon sequestration, and the maintenance of aquatic ecosystems. Finally, venture into the frigid Arctic regions, where the resilient Arctic Tern, the mighty Wolverine, and the microscopic Tardigrade defy the extreme cold. Explore their incredible adaptations, such as migration strategies, insulation mechanisms, and the ability to enter cryptobiosis, showcasing their unparalleled ability to thrive in the most unforgiving environments.
Challenging the ‘success story’ of curiosity from original sin to intellectual virtue, this study uses an innovative methodological approach to the history of ideas as a non-teleological neural network based on current research in information technology and neurophysiology. The network offers a dynamic alternative to the ‘development’ of curiosity within the progress-oriented mythology of the Enlightenment, emphasizing the oscillation and interaction of ideas within the processes of their construction, as well as exposing the power relations behind them. The text corpus focuses on enactments of curiosity in English literature of the 'Long' Eighteenth Century (c. 1680-1818), such as transgression of boundaries, breach of taboo, gendered curiosity, sensationalism, or academic endeavour, bringing together a variety of examples from all major genres. The Age of Curiosity contributes to current debates on a post-Foucauldian renewal of Lovejoy’s history of ideas in Enlightenment studies, exploring both curiosity as an indispensable trait for the search of answers to the fundamental yet unresolved questions of ‘identity’ or ‘truth’, and its potential as cura, the care for others and the world.
Despite American education’s recent mania for standardized tests, testing misses what really matters about learning: the desire to learn in the first place. Curiosity is vital, but it remains a surprisingly understudied characteristic. The Hungry Mind is a deeply researched, highly readable exploration of what curiosity is, how it can be measured, how it develops in childhood, and how it can be fostered in school. “Engel draws on the latest social science research and incidents from her own life to understand why curiosity is nearly universal in babies, pervasive in early childhood, and less evident in school...Engel’s most important finding is that most classroom environments discourage curiosity...In an era that prizes quantifiable results, a pedagogy that privileges curiosity is not likely to be a priority.” —Glenn C. Altschuler, Psychology Today “Susan Engel’s The Hungry Mind, a book which engages in depth with how our interest and desire to explore the world evolves, makes a valuable contribution not only to the body of academic literature on the developmental and educational psychology of children, but also to our knowledge on why and how we learn.” —Inez von Weitershausen, LSE Review of Books
Exploring the Cosmos: Mastering Astrobiology by Dominic Front Pdf
Embark on an awe-inspiring journey through the cosmos with 'Exploring the Cosmos: Mastering Astrobiology.' This comprehensive guide takes you on an exploration of the origins of life, the search for extraterrestrial intelligence, and the evolution of life on Earth and beyond. From the depths of our oceans to the farthest reaches of space, delve into the interdisciplinary world of astrobiology, where biology, astronomy, geology, and chemistry converge. Discover the latest research on extremophiles, exoplanets, and the potential for life beyond our solar system. Unravel the mysteries of planetary science, the evolution of intelligence, and the ethical considerations of space exploration. With engaging narratives, captivating illustrations, and practical insights, this book is your passport to understanding the cosmos and our place within it. Whether you're a seasoned astronomer, a curious novice, or an avid science enthusiast, 'Exploring the Cosmos' offers a compelling exploration of one of the most profound questions of human existence: are we alone in the universe? Prepare to be amazed, inspired, and enlightened as you embark on this exhilarating journey into the depths of space and the wonders of astrobiology.
The amazing story of how the world’s greatest fossilist found her first huge find at the age of twelve. Mary was born in 1799 in Lyme Regis, England. Her father, a carpenter and part-time fossil hunter, taught his children to look for fossils. When her father injured himself and was unable to work, Mary quit school and took up fossil hunting full-time to help support her family, a task that became even more important when her father died, leaving the Annings in debt. At the age of twelve, Mary, with her older brother Joe, found what they believed to be the skeleton of a gigantic crocodile, the Great Croc of the legends. Between dodging her rival fossil hunter the Curiman, and the sheer work of carefully digging out the fossil, Mary took almost a year to excavate what would later be termed the Ichthyosaurus. Mary Anning was uneducated, poor and a woman, but her life’s work of fossil hunting led her to make many discoveries that influenced our understanding of prehistoric creatures and the age of the Earth. In this triumphant novel about scientific discovery, Monica Kulling brings Mary Anning and her world to life for young readers. Key Text Features author's note historical context resources facts further reading
