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2022-2023 Undergraduate Catalog 
    
2022-2023 Undergraduate Catalog [Archived Catalog]

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ED 205 - Science and Technology Methods


Credits: (4 credits)

This course provides opportunities to: develop practical approaches for teaching and learning science through inquiry and utilizes technologies to enhance learning and assessment. Class sessions will include training in three national environmental education programs, incorporate a research-based inquiry learning cycle model, introduce and use appropriate technologies, and address standards for students and teachers. As learners, you will participate in multiple hands -inquiry activities. As teachers, you will assess, plan, and teach lessons. Service learning is a requirement for this course.

Learning Outcomes
Upon completion of this course, the student will be able to do the following: 

  1. Explore and inquire about the physical, life, earth and space sciences from the perspective of a child; understand the nature of science, relationships with technology, personal and social perspectives;
  2. 2. Develop scientifically-based content explorations with accompanying assessments for students with diverse needs;
  3. 3. Actively participate in collaborative and inquiry-based science learning with childhood students through designing, teaching, and assessing a lesson in the field.




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