2017-2018 Academic Catalog 
    
    Dec 30, 2024  
2017-2018 Academic Catalog [Archived Catalog]

EDUC 441 - Teaching Secondary Science Methods


Credits: 3
Prerequisite: EDUC 200
EDUC 201

Corequisite: EDUC 440

In this course, students will integrate prior coursework in science, education, literacy, and science education research to develop instructional unit(s) that address the Next Generation Science Standards.  Students will practice using narrative, analogies, physical experience, and technology to design effective science instruction, and traditional and performance assessments. The course will explore how international and national contexts influence standards and practices in science teaching. Specific attention will be given to differentiation of instruction and specific strategies for meeting the needs of English language learners. This course taken at the graduate level requires additional readings and assignments.
Cross-listed: EDUC 541