ELE 336: Methods of Science and Mathematics Teaching

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Methods of Science and Mathemtics Teaching
Chapter 4: Discovery Learning (DL)

Table of Contents:

1.1 Definition of Discovery Learning

Purpose and Characteristics

When DL should be used

1.2 Conducting of DL

1.2.1 Preplanning

1.2.2 Delivering

Inductive DL

Deductive DL

1.2.3 Evaluation

1.3 Advantages of DL

1.4 Limitations of DL

Main reference for this chapter:

Cruickshank,D. R., Bainer, D. & Metcalf, K. (1995). The Art of Teaching. New York, NY: McGraw Hill, Inc.

After completing this chapter you should be able to:

Undestand the key characteristics of DL.
Conduct a discovery learning process in classroom.
Analyze the steps for the implementing a discovery process.
Find ways to eliminate the limitations of DL.
select the most suitable condition and time for the implementing DL.

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