EDUC 427 - Methods of Teaching Science in the Secondary School (3)

Students develop a holistic, interdisciplinary understanding of teaching science. The course focuses on designing, using, and assessing various developmentally appropriate teaching strategies, particularly inquiry and action. Students explore active learning strategies/tools, including reflective inquiries, demonstrations, constructions, field trips, observations, educational technologies and authentic teaching experiences. There is an emphasis on adapting subject matter to learner diversity. Field experiences are required in this course.

Grading: Graded/Audit
Course ID: 53517
Consent: Department Consent Required
Components: Lecture
Prerequisite/Corequisite: You must complete EDUC 412 with a ‘B’ or better.