Starting an Argument in Science
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Lesson idea. The resource comprises one 4 page DfES document 'harvested' from a larger document (see below).
Teaching approach. This resource provides a table of useful activities and effective prompts to stimulate reasoning(ta) argumentation(ta) and discussion(ta) in science teaching. (edit)
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| Title | Starting an Argument in Science |
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| Learning Objectives | The document has a set of activities and practical examples for prompting argument and discussion in science lessons. In working through this you should explore ways to develop discussion in science lessons, and the practicalities of setting up situations for constructive argumentation. By working through the document you should engage in practical activities with both pupils and colleagues. |
| Format / structure | .doc |
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| Related ORBIT Wiki Resources | See other DfEScience(i) resources |
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- This resource has been harvested by ORBIT and made into a document that can be edited from the DfES resource "Strengthening teaching and learning in science through using different pedagogies" (ref:0703-2004)
- The original can be downloaded from the 'National Archive' here http://webarchive.nationalarchives.gov.uk/20110809101133/nsonline.org.uk/node/154651.
- We have, in places, edited these resources to remove references to obsolete legislation, guidance, or websites or to otherwise adapt them to our purposes. In particular, we have separated out key elements of the resources into separate 'ideas'.
