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Science in the City: Culturally Relevant STEM Education (Race and Education),New
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2021 Outstanding Book Award, American Association of Colleges for Teacher Education (AACTE)Science in the City examines how language and culture matter for effective science teaching. Author Bryan A. Brown argues that, given the realities of our multilingual and multicultural society, teachers must truly understand how issues of culture intersect with the fundamental principles of learning. This book links an exploration of contemporary research on urban science teaching to a more generative instructional approach in which students develop mastery by discussing science in culturally meaningful ways.The book starts with a trenchant analysis of the black tax, a double standard at work in science language and classrooms that forces students of color to appropriate and express their science knowledge solely in ways that accord with the dominant culture and knowledge regime. Because we are in an interactive, multimedia world, the author also posits the necessity of applying what is known about best practices in science teaching to best practices in technology.The book then turns to instruction, illustrating how science education can flourish if it is connected to students backgrounds, identities, language, and culture. In this empoweredand inclusiveform of science classroom, the role of narrative is key: educators use stories and anecdotes to induct students into the realm of scientific thinking; introduce big ideas in easy, familiar terms; and prioritize explanation over mastery of symbolic systems. The result is a classroom that showcases how the use of more familiar, culturally relevant modes of communication can pave the way for improved science learning.
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Frequently Asked Questions
- Q: What is the main focus of 'Science in the City'? A: 'Science in the City' explores the intersection of language, culture, and effective science teaching, emphasizing the importance of culturally relevant STEM education.
- Q: Who is the author of the book? A: The book is authored by Bryan A. Brown, who discusses the challenges and strategies for teaching science in multilingual and multicultural classrooms.
- Q: What recognition has this book received? A: 'Science in the City' was awarded the 2021 Outstanding Book Award by the American Association of Colleges for Teacher Education (AACTE).
- Q: How does the book address the 'black tax' in science education? A: The book analyzes the 'black tax,' a double standard that impacts students of color, and discusses how it affects their ability to express scientific knowledge within the dominant culture.
- Q: What teaching strategies does the book recommend? A: The author recommends connecting science education to students' backgrounds and identities, using narratives and culturally relevant communication to enhance learning.
- Q: Is this book suitable for educators? A: 'Science in the City' is particularly beneficial for educators looking to improve their science teaching practices in diverse classrooms.
- Q: What is the length of the book? A: The book contains 192 pages.
- Q: When was 'Science in the City' published? A: The book was published on September 10, 2019.
- Q: What type of binding does the book have? A: 'Science in the City' is available in paperback binding.
- Q: What themes are covered in the book? A: The book covers themes of cultural relevance in education, the role of narrative in learning, and the integration of technology in science teaching.