Methods of Science Inquiry for Grades 1- 6

Catalog description

Candidates will develop an understanding of the methodologies and approaches to teaching science in the elementary classroom, grades 1-6. The purpose of this course is to explore, create, and utilize a variety of inquiry-based instructional strategies that are developmentally appropriate and motivating for the student in grades 1-6. Mathematics and science are a systematic combination of quantitative and spatial thinking. Candidates will have the opportunity to teach inquiry activities in science in a hands-on and experiential approach. In addition, this course actively involves candidates in a variety of problem-solving, inquiry-based activities designed to develop meanings and properties of scientific concepts. Through lecture and lab, candidates gain experience in planning and teaching elementary (grades 1-6) science inquiry lessons designed to meet the needs of each learner with respect to achievement level, disability, cultural background, and primary language.