Since their release in 1996, the National Science Education Standards have provided the vision for science education reform. But has that reform actually taken hold in elementary school? Yes!, reports Robert Yager, editor of Exemplary Science in Grades PreK 4: Standards-Based Success Stories. Probably the Standards have done more to change science in elementary schools than has occurred at the other grade levels. Evidence of change is apparent in this fourth volume of the Exemplary Science monograph series, an essay collection featuring educators in PreK-4 describing programs they ve developed to fulfill the Standards More Emphasis guidelines.
"Undoubtedly, The Memoirs of Lady Hyegyong, known as Hanjungnok (Records Written in Silence), are one of the most important and moving pieces of traditional Korean literature. Written as carefully crafted autobiographical records, the work is a rare historical document that vividly depicts the daily life at the Korean royal court in the second half of the eighteenth century. As such, it is a unique and historically invaluable insider's account. . . . Haboush must be congratulated for an exemplary annotated translation that preserves the tone and color of the original texts.
Advances in Agronomy continues to be recognized as a leading reference and a first-rate source for the latest research in agronomy. As always, the subjects covered are varied and exemplary of the myriad of subject matter dealt with by this long-running serial.
This fully revised and updated new edition reflects a changed higher education environment, addressing issues of quality, standards and professional development in today’s universities. The book includes new research findings and suggestions for further reading, while case studies of exemplary teaching connect ideas to practice. The book is essential reading for new and experienced lecturers.
