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2.00 Credits
Science Study of curriculum and instruction related to the K-8 science curriculum. Includes program goals and objectives and teaching models and methods. Examines a variety of teaching materials and resources. Considers scope and sequence of content and problems involved in children's conceptual development in science. Includes needs of special children and problems of particular contexts, such as the urban school. Also involves assessing achievement and evaluating instruction. 2 semester hours
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3.00 Credits
Science Conceptual change is a powerful idea for transforming science education. Emerging from the history and philosophy of science as a way of understanding the difficulties people experience in changing from one explanatory framework to another, conceptual change offers crucial insights into meaningful learning in science for young children as well as instructional practices that facilitate conceptual development of essential science content. This course critically examines theories and models of conceptual change in science and their relationship to the scientific literacy imperative, explores constructivist links, and considers implications that conceptual change theory might have for learning and teaching in science. 3 semester hours
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3.00 Credits
As science educators journey through their development as exemplary science education practitioners, it is important for them to investigate different models of instruction. This course is designed to develop the use of Physics First as an instructional strategy through course delivery in the conceptual change model. The course will investigate the content of physics, and further develop the educational practice of instruction through conceptual change. Students will relate the use of Physics First, and the use of conceptual change, to their quest for Best Practice as an exemplary science educator. Prerequisites: SCE 504 or permission of instructor 2-3 semester hours
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2.00 - 3.00 Credits
Surveys content in earth science representative of the K-8 science curriculum using a laboratory-based approach. COURSE DESCRIPTIONS 324 NATIONAL COLLEGE OF EDUCATION Although other instructional methodologies will be examined, this course will focus on using a STS (Science, Technology & Society) format as an exemplary model for teaching and learning earth science. Topics include: physical geology and oceanography in the context of earth history, environmental issues, major organizing concepts and principles, recent discoveries and current knowledge in geology, oceanography, and all related fields of earth science. Prerequisites: SCE 510 or permission of instructor. 2-3 semester hours
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2.00 - 3.00 Credits
This course examines content in the biological sciences representative of the K-8 science curriculum using a constructivist, laboratory-based approach, including the study of organisms and their anatomy, physiology, and genetics. Special attention is given to new developments and discoveries in various fields, such as genetic engineering. Opportunities provided for in-depth investigation of a particular area. Prerequisites: SCE 510 or permission of instructor. 2-3 semester hours
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2.00 Credits
This course investigates the basic principles of chemistry considered in the context of everyday life using a laboratorybased approach.. Although other instructional methodologies will be examined, this course will focus on using an inquiry approach as an exemplary model for teaching and learning chemistry. Topics include: chemistry of the air, land and water; green organic chemistry; chemistry of everyday products; environmental chemistry and possible solutions to chemical pollution. Prerequisites: SCE 510 or permission of instructor. 2 semester hours
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2.00 - 3.00 Credits
Explores selected topics in astronomy and cosmology relevant to the K-8 science curriculum using a laboratory-based approach. Although other instructional methodologies will be examined, this course will focus on using a traditional lecture/lab format as an exemplary model for teaching and learning astronomy. Topics include: observation of the nighttime sky, study of constellations, applications of physics concepts, historical development of concepts and theories, recent discoveries and current notions about space-time, electromagnetic radiation, the structure of the universe, the development of stars and the solar system. Considers technology of and issues in space exploration. Prerequisite(s): SCE510 or permission of the instructor. 2-3 semester hours
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2.00 Credits
Surveys topics in the atmospheric sciences, meteorology and climatology, relevant to the elementary and middle school curriculum using a laboratory-based approach. Includes evolution, structure, and dynamics of the atmosphere; fronts and frontal weather, and observational methods involving meteorological instruments and forecast maps. Considers appropriate teaching methods and activities. 2 semester hours
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2.00 Credits
Interdisciplinary exploration of interrelationships between organisms and their environments using a laboratory-based approach. Local environments are studied in perspective of ecological principles and global environmental problems and issues. Includes history of human relationship to the environment and development of concept of environment in various disciplines. Examines methods for developing motivations, skills, attitudes, and values related to the environment. 2 semester hours
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2.00 Credits
An exploration of selected topics in human biology relevant to K-8 teachers using a laboratory-based approach. Includes discussion of major concepts and principles, recent discoveries, application of knowledge in the medical and health care fields, and consideration of current problems and issues, such as AIDS and genetic engineering. Includes in-depth investigation of a particular topic and relevant field trip. Prerequisites: SCE500 and SCE512, or consent of instructor. 2 semester hours
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