Modern Elementary Science Education

Catalog description

This course exposes candidates to content, knowledge and teaching pedagogy as they relate to science and science education. The science content knowledge is primarily focused on Biological Sciences, Physical Sciences and Earth and Space Sciences at the K-5 level. Current research is sued to ensure that the best practices in teaching and learning K-5 Sciences are explored. At the conclusion of this course, all candidates should have a strong understanding of the best practices in teaching and learning K-5 science. Candidates should have an awareness of the Physical Sciences, Biological Sciences, and Earth Space Sciences taught at the K-5 level. They should be able to utilize best practices in the teaching of these sciences.