2023-2024 Academic Catalog 
    
    Nov 21, 2024  
2023-2024 Academic Catalog [Archived Catalog]

EDUC 481 - Science Methods


Credits: 3
This course is designed to help elementary and elementary/early childhood education candidates understand research-based best practices in science education. The focus is on children’s thinking and teaching for understanding. Additional focus areas include instructional strategies appropriate for teaching science, including assessment, questioning strategies, culturally responsive teaching practices, and differentiation strategies. Emphasis is placed on writing lessons and a unit of instruction that incorporate hands-on learning, technology and critical thinking skills.
Corequisite: EDUC-480