Science Methods in Grades 4-8. (3-0) 3 Credit Hours

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Prerequisite: Must be admitted to the Teacher Certification Program; completion of CI 4443 , CI 4603 , and LTED 3533 in semester prior to clinical teaching. Study of curricula, instructional, and management approaches to teaching science grades 4–8. This course emphasizes a constructivist approach in developing inductive and inquiry teaching methods. Special emphasis is placed on the integration of technology in diverse learning environments. This course must be completed with a grade of "B-" or better for it to serve as a prerequisite for CI 4731 or CI 4631 4-8 MA/SCI Clinical Teaching l or ll. (Formerly C&I 4433. Credit cannot be earned for more than one of the following: C&I 4413, C&I 4433, or CI 4433 .) Generally offered: Spring. Course Fee: LRH1 $20.54; STF1 $75; STSH $30.81.