Connecting Mathematics and Science to Workplace Contexts

A Guide to Curriculum Materials

Mary Ann Huntley author Edward Britton author Gloria Jacobs author Amy Shulman Weinberg author

Format:Hardback

Publisher:SAGE Publications Inc

Published:11th Aug '99

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Engage students through real-world curriculum

It′s no accident that employers complain that newly minted graduates are out of touch with the realities of work demands! Too often, there is a disconnect between what is taught in the classroom and what is demanded in the workplace, and students suffer the consequences. Mathematics and science curricula can play a critical role in solving this dilemma.

In this comprehensive review of 23 exemplary curricula/programs, the authors offer an easy-to-use guide for tying curriculum to workplace experiences—from a hematology laboratory to an agricultural setting to a soda bottling company—these programs illustrate concrete real-life situations to which students can relate and derive motivation.

Learn how to:

  • Meet the goals of science, mathematics, and technology education
  • Meet national curriculum standards
  • Chart key characteristics of successful curricula
  • Connect curriculum to workplace contexts
  • Create your own curriculum materials

This book is a must for mathematics and science educators, curriculum developers and supervisors, and educators in school-to-work programs and vocational courses.

 

 

"A valuable asset to vocational and traditional educators who wish to make their curriculum more relevant." 

-- Brian C. Bertrand

"A distinct contribution for science and math educators looking to link their academics to real-life applications." 

-- Maria Found

"Very timely! School-to-work and tech prep programs are being developed in virtually every corner of the country." 

-- Jeanelle Bland Hodges

ISBN: 9780803968660

Dimensions: unknown

Weight: 820g

272 pages