Edited by Sandra K. Abell University of Missouri/Columbia &Norman G. Lederman Illinois Institute of Technology

 This state-of-the art research handbook provides a comprehensive, coherent, current synthesis of the empirical and theoretical research concerning teaching and learning in science and lays down a foundation upon which future research can be built. Structured to highlight recent trends in the field, the volume is organized around five themes:

• Science Learning
• Culture,Gender, and Society and Science Learning
• Science Teaching
• Curriculum and Assessment in Science Teacher Education

More details can be found at: http://www.routledge.com/9780805847147

Handbook of Research on Science Education (pdf)