ED 4314

Science: Instructional Strategies for the Elementary and Middle School Teacher

Science: Instructional Strategies for the Elementary and Middle School Teacher (3-0). This field-based course emphasizes the integra- tion of research and theories about the processes of learning science. The major science processes such as observing, experimenting, measuring, classifying, analyzing, interpreting, sequencing, recognizing properties and patterns, and inferring will be used with student in field experience settings. Addresses instructional strategies and materials for teaching science. A field-based experience is required. Prerequisites for Early Childhood to Grade 6 B.S.: Biology 1308/1108, Geology 1301/1101 or 1303/1103, Physical Science 3311, 3312. Must be admitted into the Teacher Education Program. Prerequisites for Generalist Grades 4-8 B.S.: Biology 1306/1106 and 1307/1107, Geology 1301/1101 or 1303/1103, Physical Science 3311, 3312. Must be admitted into the Teacher Education Program.

Units: 3.0