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While the professional literature is glutted with theories on educational reform, our children remain starved for authentic learning that grows out of their unique, original classroom experiences. Award winning teacher Steven Levy attributes this disparity to the lack of clear examples illustrating the kind of thinking and planning that results in powerful learning. The void, he asserts, too often prompts teachers to 'either return to the curriculum guide or try to implement projects developed by others.'Starting from Scratch presents an inspired alternative. In detailed accounts, it explains the stepbystep observations, thinking, and planning that enabled Levy to develop a variety of original projects with his elementary students. These have ranged from environmental inquiriesstudents studying the impact of a local bike path on their communityto an imaginative look at the qualities of numbera classroom quest to determine which is the greatest number.While these projects were generated by the children's own interests, they also provided myriad opportunities for basic skills development. In this regard, Starting from Scratch offers a creative reconciliation of some of the more hotly debated issues in education: project based learning versus basic skills; integrated curriculum versus discipline centered instruction; state and national standards versus local and individual interests. Instead of recapitulating fundamental arguments, Starting from Scratch simply shows successful illustrations of how 'the best of both worlds' can coexist in an engaged classroom.Starting from Scratch was written primarily with professional educators in mind. But its appeal will extend to parents, business leaders, and anyone interested in related issues such as character education, teaching gifted and talented students, and teaching thinking. In short, it will inspire anyone concerned with the challenge of educating strong individuals who have a spirit of community.
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- Q: What is the main theme of 'Starting from Scratch'? A: 'Starting from Scratch' focuses on the importance of authentic learning experiences in education and how teachers can develop curriculum that is responsive to students' interests.
- Q: Who is the author of this book? A: The author of 'Starting from Scratch' is Steven Levy, an award-winning teacher with a passion for innovative educational practices.
- Q: What type of projects does the book describe? A: The book describes various original projects that Levy developed with his elementary students, including environmental inquiries and imaginative explorations of mathematical concepts.
- Q: Is this book suitable for educators? A: 'Starting from Scratch' is primarily written for professional educators but is also valuable for parents and anyone interested in educational reform and teaching methodologies.
- Q: How many pages does 'Starting from Scratch' have? A: 'Starting from Scratch' has a total of 224 pages.
- Q: What is the format of this book? A: The book is available in paperback format.
- Q: When was 'Starting from Scratch' published? A: 'Starting from Scratch' was published on April 16, 1996.
- Q: What are some key features of the book? A: One of the key features of 'Starting from Scratch' is its detailed accounts of the planning and thinking process behind the projects, providing clear examples for educators.
- Q: Does this book address any educational controversies? A: Yes, it addresses debates in education such as project-based learning versus basic skills and integrated curriculum versus discipline-centered instruction.
- Q: What condition is the used book in? A: The used book is described as being in good condition.