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Getting to Grips with Science

Author : Andrew Morris
Publisher : World Scientific
ISBN 13 : 1783265949
Total Pages : 228 pages
Book Rating : 4.7/5 (832 download)

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Download or read book Getting to Grips with Science written by Andrew Morris and published by World Scientific. This book was released on 2014-12-10 with total page 228 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Science touches all of our lives, every day, and should be a constant source of wonder and fascination — not something confined to the classroom. This book is for anybody who feels curious about ideas in science but lacks a strong background in the subject. Getting to Grips with Science draws on the author's twelve years of experience in leading experimental discussion groups, where people from all walks of life come together to pose questions in the presence of a science teacher. Bursting with testimonials from real people about their everyday experiences of science, the book acts as a gentle introduction for anyone wishing to find out more about the natural world. Drawing on practical examples and discussions that range from hormones to tectonic plates, it helps the reader understand any difficulties they may have encountered with science learning in the past and points to fresh ways of approaching the subject in the future. Concentrating on the themes that non-scientists are genuinely curious about, the book illustrates how we can begin to explore scientific ideas, first through our initial understanding of the world around us and then with the help of a trained tutor who explains the underlying scientific concepts. For those wishing to make a start on exploring science afresh, the book offers practical information about the books, museums, websites, podcasts, courses and events available to support them. Wider reflection on the experience of adults engaging with science through these discussion groups offers food for thought on the nature of science education in general. Andrew Morris has been running science discussion groups in informal settings in central London since 2002. Originally a science teacher in sixth-form, further and adult education, he has also worked as a senior manager in colleges and national bodies concerned with educational research. Contents:An Alternative ApproachWhat Captures Our Interest?Past DifficultiesLooking at Science AfreshWhat Excites Our Curiosity?Underlying ThemesFollowing Up Your CuriosityTaking Things FurtherAbout Science ItselfReflections Readership: All readers who are interested in scientific ideas. Key Features:People who are interested in scientific ideas but find popular science books too technical and specialized will find this book a good readDraws heavily on actual discussions with people who are curious about scientific ideas but lack a background in scienceLinks science to the arts and humanities by introducing person-centric approaches more familiar in these areas — thus addresses the “two cultures” debateKeywords:Science for All;Adult Learning;Public EngagementReviews: "You can't emphasise too highly the value of the process of exploring; it helps to root the discussion in our real lives and helps us to remember, and makes it relevant." Linda Slack NHS Manager and Member of Discussion Group "It really covered all the difficulties and threw a lot of light for me on why science and I hit it off so badly. It makes me realise what a huge resistance I have had towards science since school, more than a resistance, a real antipathy. Above all I like the way it so quickly gets beyond Physics, Chem and Bio!" Charlotte Eatwell Textile Artist "As someone who struggled to engage in science at school it feels like it's right at my level — 'Past Difficulties' rang true for me in every way!" Daisy Minton Counsellor “The chapter 'Underlying themes', with its actual science content, will probably be of most use to classroom practitioners, and there are practical suggestions of fresh ways to take things further. The book is clearly written, without academic jargon, and individual chapters can stand alone.” School Science Review

Getting to Grips with Science

Author : Andrew Morris (Science teacher)
Publisher :
ISBN 13 : 9781783265930
Total Pages : pages
Book Rating : 4.2/5 (659 download)

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Download or read book Getting to Grips with Science written by Andrew Morris (Science teacher) and published by . This book was released on 2015 with total page pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:

Learning to Teach Science in the Secondary School

Author : Rob Toplis
Publisher : Routledge
ISBN 13 : 1134444265
Total Pages : 343 pages
Book Rating : 4.1/5 (344 download)

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Download or read book Learning to Teach Science in the Secondary School written by Rob Toplis and published by Routledge. This book was released on 2004-07-15 with total page 343 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The second edition of this popular student textbook presents an up-to-date and comprehensive introduction to the process and practice of teaching and learning science in the secondary school.

Learning to Teach Science in the Secondary School

Author : Jenny Frost
Publisher : Psychology Press
ISBN 13 : 0415287804
Total Pages : 343 pages
Book Rating : 4.4/5 (152 download)

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Download or read book Learning to Teach Science in the Secondary School written by Jenny Frost and published by Psychology Press. This book was released on 2005 with total page 343 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The second edition of this popular student textbook presents an up-to-date and comprehensive introduction to the process and practice of teaching and learning science. It takes into account changes in science education since the first edition was published, including more recent curriculum reform. This new edition builds upon the success of its predecessor, introducing new material on the use of ICT in science teaching, as well as providing sound, informative and useful discussion on : managing your professional development; knowledge, concepts and principles of science; planning for learning and teaching in science; practical teaching strategies; selecting and using resources; assessment and examinations; and the broader science curriculum. (Midwest).

Researching animal research

Author : Gail Davies
Publisher : Manchester University Press
ISBN 13 : 1526165767
Total Pages : 304 pages
Book Rating : 4.5/5 (261 download)

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Download or read book Researching animal research written by Gail Davies and published by Manchester University Press. This book was released on 2024-01-09 with total page 304 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Every year around 80 million scientific procedures are carried out on animals globally. These experiments have the potential to generate new understandings of biology and clinical treatments. They also give rise to ongoing societal debate. This book demonstrates how the humanities and social sciences can contribute to understanding what is created through animal procedures – including constitutional forms of research governance, different institutional cultures of care, the professional careers of scientists and veterinarians, collaborations with patients and publics, and research animals, specially bred for experiments or surplus to requirements. Developing the idea of the animal research nexus, this book explores how connections and disconnections are made between these different elements, how these have reshaped each other historically, and how they configure the current practice and policy of UK animal research.

Writing for Science Students

Author : Jennifer Boyle
Publisher : Bloomsbury Publishing
ISBN 13 : 135093268X
Total Pages : 209 pages
Book Rating : 4.3/5 (59 download)

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Download or read book Writing for Science Students written by Jennifer Boyle and published by Bloomsbury Publishing. This book was released on 2023-03-09 with total page 209 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Catering to the specific needs of science students, this award-winning guide equips students of all scientific disciplines with the skills they need to communicate effectively in written assignments. The book guides students through each of the key stages involved in producing a piece of scientific writing. It begins by developing students' understanding of the different types of scientific writing, including lab reports, essays and abstracts. Students are then taken through the writing process, from the initial stages of interpreting the question and conducting research through to writing a draft and responding to feedback. The second edition includes new material on criticality in scientific communication and the difference between descriptive and analytic writing. There is also a new section on building arguments using several sources, and new and extended examples of writing that will help students digest the material. This is an essential resource for all science students who are required to produce lab reports, extended essays, dissertations and other written assignments as part of their course. It is also ideal for international students who are new to academic study in the UK.

Enhancing Learning with Effective Practical Science 11-16

Author : Ian Abrahams
Publisher : Bloomsbury Publishing
ISBN 13 : 1472592301
Total Pages : 280 pages
Book Rating : 4.4/5 (725 download)

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Download or read book Enhancing Learning with Effective Practical Science 11-16 written by Ian Abrahams and published by Bloomsbury Publishing. This book was released on 2016-12-15 with total page 280 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Enhancing Learning with Effective Practical Science begins with an exploration of the reasons why practical work is often less effective than it could be. It provides 72 full and clear lesson guides for effective practical lessons in biology, chemistry and physics for students aged between 11 and 16. Each lesson guide presents the practical work to be undertaken, the apparatus and materials required and the ideas to be explored. Health and safety issues are also covered. Essential reading for trainee science teachers, and practising teachers looking to enhance their teaching through effective use of practical work, especially if teaching outside their science specialism.

Science

Author : Steve Fuller
Publisher : U of Minnesota Press
ISBN 13 : 9780816631254
Total Pages : 176 pages
Book Rating : 4.6/5 (312 download)

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Download or read book Science written by Steve Fuller and published by U of Minnesota Press. This book was released on 1997 with total page 176 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: SCIENCE features a report written in the persona of a Martian anthropologist who systematically compares religious and scientific institutions on Earth, only to find that science does not necessarily live up to its own ideals of rationality, thereby risking its purpose by the role it increasingly plays in the maintenance of social and economic order.

The Undergraduate Research Handbook

Author : Gina Wisker
Publisher : Bloomsbury Publishing
ISBN 13 : 1350315354
Total Pages : 370 pages
Book Rating : 4.3/5 (53 download)

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Download or read book The Undergraduate Research Handbook written by Gina Wisker and published by Bloomsbury Publishing. This book was released on 2018-10-26 with total page 370 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This is a comprehensive guide to planning and producing high-quality dissertations, written assignments and project reports at undergraduate level. It supports students of all disciplines through each stage of the research process, from drafting questions and reviewing the literature through to collecting data and presenting their work. It provides practical guidance on common problems, including writer's block and managing deadlines, and contextualises this with examples of real students' experience of research. This text will be invaluable to undergraduate students undertaking academic research in all subject areas. New to this Edition: - Features new and updated content on the internet and critical thinking, and analytical skills in relation to developing and following through with a research agenda

Rationality and the Study of Religion

Author : Jeppe Sinding Jensen
Publisher : Routledge
ISBN 13 : 1136480242
Total Pages : 224 pages
Book Rating : 4.1/5 (364 download)

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Download or read book Rationality and the Study of Religion written by Jeppe Sinding Jensen and published by Routledge. This book was released on 2013-09-13 with total page 224 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Does rationality, the intellectual bedrock of all science, apply to the study of religion? Religion, arguably the most subjective area of human behaviour, has particular challenges associated with its study. Attracting crowd-healers, conjurers, the pious and the prophetic alongside comparativists and sceptics, it excites opinions and generalizations whilst seldom explicitly staking out the territory for the discussions in which it partakes. Increasingly, scholars argue that religious study needs to define and critique its own field, and to distinguish itself from theology and other non-objective disciplines. Yet how can rational techniques be applied to beliefs and states of mind regarded by some as beyond the scope of human reason? Can these be made empirically testable, or comparable and replicable within academic communities? Can science explicate religion without reducing it to mere superstition, or redefine its truth in some empirical but meaningful way? Featuring contributions from leading international experts including Donald Wiebe, Roger Trigg and Michael Pye, Rationality and the Study of Religion gets under the surface of the religious studies discipline to expose the ideologies beneath. Reopening debate in a neglected yet philosophically significant field, it questions the role of rationality in religious anthropology, natural history and anti-scientific theologies, with implications not only for supposedly objective disciplines but for our deepest attitudes to personal experience. 'Interesting and important. Religion has long been associated with irrationality, both by its defenders and its critics, and the topic of rationality has been unjustly neglected The book certainly deserves to be widely circulated.' Greg Alles, Western Maryland College

What Scientists Think

Author : Jeremy Stangroom
Publisher : Routledge
ISBN 13 : 1134314272
Total Pages : 209 pages
Book Rating : 4.1/5 (343 download)

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Download or read book What Scientists Think written by Jeremy Stangroom and published by Routledge. This book was released on 2005-09-22 with total page 209 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: In engaging and lucid discussion, twelve of the world's leading scientists and scientific thinkers clarify many of the complex scientific challenges and dilemmas facing science today.

Why Icebergs Float

Author : Andrew Morris
Publisher : UCL Press
ISBN 13 : 1911307037
Total Pages : 222 pages
Book Rating : 4.9/5 (113 download)

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Download or read book Why Icebergs Float written by Andrew Morris and published by UCL Press. This book was released on 2016-10-24 with total page 222 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The topics explored in each chapter are based on hundreds of discussions the author has led with adult science learners over many years – people who came from all walks of life and had no scientific training, but had developed a burning curiosity to understand the world around them. This book encourages us to reflect on our own relationship with science and serves as an important reminder of why we should continue learning as adults. Praise for Why Icebergs Float 'Asking questions is an important scientific skill and sometimes we can only understand something when we can find the language to ask the right questions; books like this can be really helpful in this respect....This book is one of UCL’s open access books. This means that it can be downloaded as a free PDF from the UCL Press website. The commitment to making scientific works such as this freely available is very welcome. This book is very accessible and deserves to reach a wide audience.' - School Science Review 'Morris says in the prologue: ‘If you come away from this book with a greater interest in science and enhanced confidence about tackling it, the book will have served its purpose.’ So, don’t be afraid of science and give Why Icebergs Float a chance. You will absolutely enjoy it.' - Chemistry World '[Why Icebergs Float] draws on experiences and first-person narratives of adult learners who – out of genuine curiosity or embarrassment at their levels of scientific ignorance – have sought to catch-up on lost school science and get a better understanding of their surroundings as a result.' - Education Journal '‘The approach illustrates beautifully the influence of language on understanding. The author makes clear how common language can be misleading when scientists have used everyday words but given them very specific meanings.’ Physics Education

Planning Your Postgraduate Research

Author : Margaret Walshaw
Publisher : Bloomsbury Publishing
ISBN 13 : 1137427353
Total Pages : 144 pages
Book Rating : 4.1/5 (374 download)

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Download or read book Planning Your Postgraduate Research written by Margaret Walshaw and published by Bloomsbury Publishing. This book was released on 2017-09-16 with total page 144 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This comprehensive and easy-to-use book supports postgraduate researchers in the early stages of their project. Written in an engaging and accessible style, it helps readers to clarify what they want to research and how to conduct that research. Each chapter covers a key stage in the process, from selecting an appropriate research topic and developing a working research question through to assimilating and evaluating relevant literature. It then guides researchers through the process of writing a literature review, selecting a research methodology and creating a research proposal. This invaluable guide is ideal for PhD and Masters students alike and will equip them with the skills needed to get their research project underway

Medical Imaging and Radiotherapy Research: Skills and Strategies

Author : Aarthi Ramlaul
Publisher : Springer Nature
ISBN 13 : 3030379442
Total Pages : 427 pages
Book Rating : 4.0/5 (33 download)

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Download or read book Medical Imaging and Radiotherapy Research: Skills and Strategies written by Aarthi Ramlaul and published by Springer Nature. This book was released on 2020-03-23 with total page 427 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This exciting new book equips radiography students and practitioners with the key skills and strategies required to undertake research within medical imaging and radiotherapy and to disseminate the research findings effectively. Quantitative and qualitative research methods are covered, with guidance provided on the entire research process, from literature researching, information management and literature evaluation through to data collection, data analysis, and writing up. Attention is drawn to sampling errors and other potential sources of bias, and the conduct of randomized controlled trials, systematic reviews, and meta-analyses are clearly explained. Specific instruction is given on the structure and presentation of dissertations, writing journal articles for publication, and the dissemination of research findings at conferences. Information on patient and public involvement in research and research funding bodies are also provided with advice on how to maximize the likelihood of success when submitting applications for funding.

Maximizing the Impacts of Academic Research

Author : Patrick Dunleavy
Publisher : Bloomsbury Publishing
ISBN 13 : 0230377610
Total Pages : 426 pages
Book Rating : 4.2/5 (33 download)

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Download or read book Maximizing the Impacts of Academic Research written by Patrick Dunleavy and published by Bloomsbury Publishing. This book was released on 2020-10-10 with total page 426 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This is an invaluable guide to better research communication within and beyond academia. With many years of research experience, the authors provide scholars and scientists with systematic advice on how to ensure their research reaches its potential, and grows the recognition, influence, practical application and public understanding of science and scholarship. It begins by examining how citations work and evaluating the different measures of academic influence, from legacy bibliometric systems to altmetrics and digital metrics. Subsequent chapters show readers how to craft impactful journal articles, work effectively with co-authors, create a portfolio of publications and build a digital strategy that promotes knowledge exchange. Checklists help readers decide how and in what format to publish, enabling them to get their research in front of the right people. Throughout, the authors illustrate impact with data drawn from a wide range of disciplines. Maximizing the Impacts of Academic Research is ideal for PhD students and early career researchers taking their first steps into academic research, experienced researchers mentoring the next generation of scholars and scientists and established academics looking to systematically review and upgrade their existing impact practices.

The The Applied Data Science Workshop

Author : Alex Galea
Publisher : Packt Publishing Ltd
ISBN 13 : 180020700X
Total Pages : 351 pages
Book Rating : 4.8/5 (2 download)

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Download or read book The The Applied Data Science Workshop written by Alex Galea and published by Packt Publishing Ltd. This book was released on 2020-07-22 with total page 351 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Designed with beginners in mind, this workshop helps you make the most of Python libraries and the Jupyter Notebook’s functionality to understand how data science can be applied to solve real-world data problems. Key FeaturesGain useful insights into data science and machine learningExplore the different functionalities and features of a Jupyter NotebookDiscover how Python libraries are used with Jupyter for data analysisBook Description From banking and manufacturing through to education and entertainment, using data science for business has revolutionized almost every sector in the modern world. It has an important role to play in everything from app development to network security. Taking an interactive approach to learning the fundamentals, this book is ideal for beginners. You’ll learn all the best practices and techniques for applying data science in the context of real-world scenarios and examples. Starting with an introduction to data science and machine learning, you’ll start by getting to grips with Jupyter functionality and features. You’ll use Python libraries like sci-kit learn, pandas, Matplotlib, and Seaborn to perform data analysis and data preprocessing on real-world datasets from within your own Jupyter environment. Progressing through the chapters, you’ll train classification models using sci-kit learn, and assess model performance using advanced validation techniques. Towards the end, you’ll use Jupyter Notebooks to document your research, build stakeholder reports, and even analyze web performance data. By the end of The Applied Data Science Workshop, you’ll be prepared to progress from being a beginner to taking your skills to the next level by confidently applying data science techniques and tools to real-world projects. What you will learnUnderstand the key opportunities and challenges in data scienceUse Jupyter for data science tasks such as data analysis and modelingRun exploratory data analysis within a Jupyter NotebookVisualize data with pairwise scatter plots and segmented distributionAssess model performance with advanced validation techniquesParse HTML responses and analyze HTTP requestsWho this book is for If you are an aspiring data scientist who wants to build a career in data science or a developer who wants to explore the applications of data science from scratch and analyze data in Jupyter using Python libraries, then this book is for you. Although a brief understanding of Python programming and machine learning is recommended to help you grasp the topics covered in the book more quickly, it is not mandatory.

Professional Writing

Author : Sky Marsen
Publisher : Bloomsbury Publishing
ISBN 13 : 1352008041
Total Pages : 298 pages
Book Rating : 4.3/5 (52 download)

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Download or read book Professional Writing written by Sky Marsen and published by Bloomsbury Publishing. This book was released on 2019-11-06 with total page 298 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Now in its fourth edition, this is a comprehensive yet concise introduction to professional writing for different media, which synthesises methods and ideas developed in journalism, public relations, management and marketing. Based on research in the field, it equips students with the ability to convey their ideas in a wealth of print and digital formats, in a variety of professional contexts internationally. It begins by examining the different aspects of the writing process before showing students how to adjust their style, tone and approach for different documents, including short memos, feature articles, press releases and reports. This new edition will continue to be an essential companion for undergraduates on professional writing and business communication modules. It will also be a valuable source of guidance for new professionals and entrepreneurs needing to get to grips with writing formal written documents. New to this Edition: - Fully revised throughout with coverage of a wider variety of journalistic writing - New content on mission and vision statements, annual reports and newsletters, alongside an overview of how organisations use social media and respond to crises - Includes more analysed examples of business documents