Academic Catalog 2024-2025

ED 469 Teaching Science and Health in Elementary School

This course explores major concepts in K-6 science and health curricula, including Earth/Space Science, Life Science, Physical Science, and Engineering Design. Candidates will identify prior scientific knowledge and misconceptions students have, design and select purposeful instructional strategies, and develop appropriate assessments. Emphasis will be on inquiry-based instructional models that meet the needs of diverse learners.

Credits

3

Prerequisite

Acceptance into TEP, Life Science, and Physical Science

Offered

Fall