Science as Inquiry

Copyright © 2008 NSTA. All rights reserved. For more information, go to www.nsta.org/permissions.

Edited by Julie Luft, Randy L. Bell, and Julie Gess-Newsome

Arlington, Virginia

Copyright © 2008 NSTA. All rights reserved. For more information, go to www.nsta.org/permissions.

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Library of Congress Cataloging-in-Publication Data
Science as inquiry in the secondary setting / edited by Julie Luft, Randy L. Bell, and Julie Gess-Newsome.
p. cm.
Includes bibliographical references and index.
ISBN 978-1-933531-26-7
1. Science--Study and teaching (Secondary)--United States. 2. Inquiry-based learning. I. Luft, Julie. II. Bell,
Randy L. III. Gess-Newsome, Julie.
Q183.3.A1S3526 2007
507.1’2--dc22
2007042206
NSTA is committed to publishing material that promotes the best in inquiry-based science education. However, conditions of actual use may vary, and the safety procedures and practices described in this book are intended to serve only as a guide. Additional precautionary measures may be required. NSTA and the authors do not warrant or represent that the procedures and practices in this book meet any safety code or standard of federal, state, or local regulations. NSTA and the authors disclaim any liability for personal injury or damage to property arising out of or relating to the use of this book, including any of the recommendations, instructions, or materials contained therein.

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