ED 442 - Methods of Teaching Science with Field Experience

(4.00 cr.)

Prerequisite: PH 116 and PH 117 , or written permission of the department chair. Academic, laboratory, field-oriented, and practical experiences designed to blend the educational principles of science teaching with science content in an active, student-centered learning environment. Focus is on pedagogical issues in science education for elementary students and includes field-based exercises, assigned readings, long-term observation projects, curriculum analyses, classroom field trips and observations, outdoor field trips, and nature center visits.