EDUC 354 - Science Pedagogy for Middle Childhood

Credit Hours: 2

Recent research on the pedagogy of teaching science to middle childhood students will be discussed. Science teaching topics include constructivism, inquiry, event-based and daily life experiences.  Science teaching topics include misconceptions, safety, and legal concerns. Students will design and implement inquiry and technology-based lessons using the Ohio’s Learning Standards and the National Science Education Standards. Students must pass all areas of Science Teaching Exit Portfolio including a science teacher statement. (Offered fall)
Prerequisite(s): Admittance into the Teacher Education Program.