SCI 430 - Science Teaching Methods 7-12 (3 cr.)

Designed to prepare pre-service intermediate and commencement teacher candidates to become competent science teachers who can guide and facilitate interactions to meet the learning needs of diverse populations of students. Course is intended for Adolescence Education (7-12) majors in biology, chemistry, earth science, and physics. Issues, strategies, and resources for science teaching will be examined through individual and group work involving class projects, peer teaching and authentic presentations. Students will be expected to begin to develop a professional portfolio, use self-reflection, and peer review to refine work.
Prerequisite(s): One of the following: PHY 314, BIO 304, BIO 305, CHE 240, CHE 242, GEL 101, or POI;Junior standing.
Semester(s) Offered: Fall