Methods Of Teaching Hs Science

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This course provides students with an understanding of how to blend biology content knowledge with appropriate instructional and assessment strategies to help high school students learn about, understand, and appreciate school science and its importance in the world in which students live. Students will develop and implement sample lesson plans, make use of appropriate laboratory equipment and procedures, compare and contrast curriculum and internet-based materials, and perform field observations in real classrooms in preparation for their semester-long practicum in high school student teaching. Fifty hours of observation will be required along with 5 observation assignments.