BI 456 - Materials and Methods of Teaching Biology in the Middle School/High School

Institution:

Athens State University

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Description:

3 Semester Hours. (Also listed as CH/GS 456.) Prerequisite: SC 331, Classroom Management for Secondary Education and full standing as a student in the Teacher Education Program and senior standing at Athens State University. This course should be taken the semester prior to internship. This course is intended to enhance the students' abilities to plan, implement, and evaluate instructional activities and to select and use appropriate materials and equipment in the field of biology. Students will actively participate in demonstration and modeling of strategies and technique. Emphasis will be placed on the integration of laboratory activities into the curriculum. This will include the use of technology, safety instructions, treatment of hazardous waste, teaching resources, student textbooks, and the Alabama Course of Study. Five days (35 hours) of field experience are required. Does not satisfy requirements for biology major, minor, or general studies.

Credits:

3.00

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

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Institution Website:

www.athens.edu

Phone Number:

(256) 233-8100

Regional Accreditation:

Southern Association of Colleges and Schools

Calendar System:

Semester

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