ED U525 - Pedagogy for Teaching Science

Institution:

Northeastern University

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Description:

Examines how the evolving nature of science-ideas, theories, concepts, and controversies-relates to diverse middle and high school students, and how teachers can use experience-based, problem-centered approaches that engage the range of student learners and help them meet local and state learning goals. Identifies research possibilities within school contexts, both inside and outside the laboratory. Explores curricular frameworks and culturally relevant content to enable teachers to create a learning environment that supports inquiry and problem solving. Examples of excellent curriculum products, programs, assessments, and technology tools are analyzed. Students develop a curriculum unit including assessment philosophy and practices.

Credits:

4.00

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

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Institution Website:

www.northeastern.edu

Phone Number:

(617) 373-2000

Regional Accreditation:

New England Association of Schools and Colleges

Calendar System:

Semester

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