SCE 4310 - Teaching Science in the Elementary School

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The University of West Florida

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Description:

This course incorporates current research and best practices in science education to prepare prospective teachers to foster meaningful science learning in the elementary (K-6) classroom. In the course, prospective teachers reflect on and develop their competence in the three dimensions of science learning, and their understanding of the nature of science. They also explore subject-specific pedagogy with an emphasis on planning inquiry-based instruction that engages elementary learners in experiencing and explaining phenomena, and builds on their prior knowledge. Furthermore, the course develops prospective teachers' awareness of strategies to assess science learning, and promote equitable participation of underrepresented populations in science learning experiences. A material and supply fee is assessed for an elementary science materials kit.

Credits:

3.00

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

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Institution Website:

uwf.edu

Phone Number:

(850) 474-2000

Regional Accreditation:

Southern Association of Colleges and Schools

Calendar System:

Semester

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