SCI 4040 - Teaching of Secondary Science

This course addresses the topics of teaching and learning of science at the secondary level. It is designed for those in secondary education who intend to be certified to teach the earth, life, or physical sciences (physics and chemistry) and focuses on the issue of how students learn science concepts and problem-solving skills in meaningful ways. The course develops models of effective instructional strategies designed to promote student learning and understanding of science concepts and processes. Practical methods for demonstrating, using models, planning laboratory experiences, managing science equipment, and safety concerns are developed and discussed. Students also work in discipline-specific groups to address issues unique to that area of science and the science classroom.

Prerequisites & Corequisites: Prerequisites: 15 hours of science in a certifiable science discipline and ED 4060 or CTE 5130 or HPHE 4120 or HPHE 4470 (any prerequisite may be taken concurrently).

Credits: 3 hours

Restrictions: Restricted to Secondary Education majors/minors in Biology, Chemistry, Earth Science, or Physics.