SCI 4700 - Secondary Science Teaching Methods

Institution:

Utah Tech University

Subject:

Science

Description:

Acquaintance and practice with various teaching and assessment methods in science. Development of science curricula emphasizing the integrated linkages between subjects. Development of science lesson and unit plans. It is recommended that students complete this course immediately prior to student teaching. **COURSE LEARNING OUTCOMES (CLOs) At the successful conclusion of this course, students will be able to: 1. Plan and teach lessons based on differences in cognitive, linguistic, social, emotional and physical areas of student development. 2. Create content instruction according to individual learner differences and cultural and linguistic diversity. 3. Apply current science education standards to lesson plan development. 4. Use varied assessments to promote student achievement of science content standards. 5. Articulate a rationale for the place of controversial scientific topics in the secondary schools. 6. Develop awareness of the role of science content as a means for participation of youth as contributing members of a social and political democracy. 7. Demonstrate appropriate proficiency in practicum experience. FA

Credits:

3.00

Credit Hours:

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

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Institution Website:

www.utahtech.edu/

Phone Number:

(435) 652-7500

Regional Accreditation:

Northwest Commission on Colleges and Universities

Calendar System:

Semester

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