Developed and tested by Howard Goldberg and the Teaching Integrated Mathematics and Science (TIMS) Project of the University of Illinois at Chicago with support from the National Science Foundation. Used in classrooms throughout the country. Aligned with the national reform recommendations for teaching both mathematics and science.				About the Author Howard Goldberg is the founder of the TIMS Project and author of the investigations. Recently named U.S. Professor of the Year by the Carnegie Foundation for the Advancement of Teaching, Dr. Goldberg has worked toward the advancement of elementary school science teaching through the TIMS project since 1974.
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		With the TIMS Laboratory Investigations, Children: learn to carry out quantitative experiments using the TIMS Laboratory Method, an effective adaptation of the Scientific Method; master basic variables that are fundamental to scientific study—length, area, volume, mass, time, velocity, density, force, work, and energy; learn mathematics by using it as a tool in scientific investigations—important mathematical topics such as arithmetic, geometry, proportional reasoning, measurement, algebraic concepts, probability, data and statistical analysis, and more are all explored in meaningful contexts; become proficient in using the tools of science, such as metersticks, balances, graduated cylinders, and force gauges while using them in engaging activities that involve carts, balloons, bouncing balls, bubbles, and other materials; develop their quantitative thinking skills; become masters at graphing data; truly understand how to set up and carry out controlled scientific investigations. Math and science concepts in the TIMS Laboratory Investigations are revisited within each grade to encourage facility and deep understanding. Concepts build on each other and grow across grades. Teacher Resources Include: A Teacher Lab Discussion for each investigation—detailed guides for teachers about the experiments; Student Lab Write-up materials for each investigation to be used in the classroom by students—includes 30 of the most popular investigations translated into Spanish; A set of 15 TIMS Tutors that provide extensive background information about the science and math content and processes covered in the experiments; Graph Paper Sampler consisting of 11 blackline masters including a variety of graph papers, grid papers and dot paper; Assessment Package that includes pre- and posttests to help measure student progress over time; A Supplies List that shows items you may need to order as well as “collectible” materials needed to complete all experiments; Staff development support for interested schools/districts by experienced TIMS professional developers; Telephone and electronic mail support for TIMS users.
		VIEW THE CATALOG View the TIMS Laboratory Investigations Catalog on line. Catalog includes introduction, scope and sequence, lab abstracts, supplies list, and more. Preface Introduction Implementing Developing a Sequence Sample Package Ultimate Curriculum Assessment Contacting TIMS Staff Development Scope and Sequence TIMS Tutors Classification Frequency Distribution Length Area Volume Mass Velocity and Acceleration Inertia, Balanced Forces, and Newton's Laws Work, Energy, and Simple Machines General Documents Assessment Package Graph Paper Sampler Spanish Materials Manipulatives and Supplies Ordering Information Call Kendall/Hunt Publishing Company at 1-800-KH-BOOKS (542-6657) for ordering information. Visit Kendall/Hunt's web site at http://www.kendallhunt.com Read comments about the TIMS Laboratory Investigations from Teachers
					VIEW SAMPLE LABS View a few sample labs from the CD-ROM. Below you will find a variety of labs including grade range and focus as well as a sample TIMS Tutor. View Tube Teacher Lab Discussion Student Lab Write-up grade range: intermediate/middle lab focus: length Taste of TIMS Teacher Lab Discussion Student Lab Write-up grade range: intermediate/middle lab focus: mass Full of Beans Teacher Lab Discussion Student Lab Write-up grade range: primary lab focus: volume Marshmallows vs. Containers Teacher Lab Discussion Student Lab Write-up grade range: primary lab focus: volume Spreading Out I Teacher Lab Discussion Student Lab Write-up grade range: primary/intermediate lab focus: area Lives of Soap Bubbles and People Teacher Lab Discussion Student Lab Write-up grade range: middle lab focus: frequency distribution Pockets Teacher Lab Discussion Student Lab Write-up grade range: primary/intermediate lab focus: frequency distribution The Bouncing Ball Teacher Lab Discussion Student Lab Write-up grade range: intermediate/middle lab focus: length Sample Student Work from this Lab TIMS Tutor: Concept of Length
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