Science concepts and lab techniques requisite to effective teaching of elementary school science. Emphasis on physical, earth and life sciences content; process skills; and scientific investigation. (This course satisfies the prerequisite for SCE 4310.)

SCE 3949 Cooperative Education . . . . . 1-2(Variable)

Terms of alternating full time or consecutive parallel terms of practical experience in the intended field. Reinforcing academic preparation; confirming educational and career goals; personal and professional development; early start in career; earnings toward self support; improved employability. (See program description under Cooperative Education.) Prerequisite: Permission of director of Cooperative Education.

SCE 4310 Teaching Science in the Elementary School . . . . . 3(3,0)

Processes of science requisite to teaching elementary school science; emphasis upon structure and objectives of school science programs, methods of instruction assessment, and experimental programs.

SCE 4320 Teaching Science in the Middle School . . . . . 3(3,0)

Methodology requisite to the effective teaching of science at the middle school level; emphasis on methods and objectives of the middle school science program, use of lab experiences with middle school students, computer strategies and software evaluation, evaluating student progress, current research in science education, and practice teaching experiences; includes participation in school setting. Corequisite: EDM 3942.

SCE 4631 Special Methods in Teaching Secondary and Junior High School Science . . . . . 3(3,0)

Curriculum skills, methods and philosophy of science teaching. Lecture, discussion and field experience. Assessment of science competency in area of specialization. Meets Florida state requirements for Special Methods in Science. Prerequisite: EDF 3214, EDF 3605 and 24 sh of science courses. Permission of instructor is required.

SCE 4631L Special Methods in Teaching Secondary and Junior High School Science Laboratory . . . . . 1(0,2)

Lab experience in teaching science. Student presentation of mini lessons in science. Field experience with secondary students. Required of students in approved programs who have no teaching experience. Corequisite: SCE 4631

SCE 5925 Workshop in Science . . . . . 1-3(Variable)

SCE 6117 Science Instruction in the Elementary School . . . . . 3(3,0)

Theory and practice of elementary school science education, including history, philosophy, research, curricula and instructional strategies. Demonstration teaching, individualized instruction and action research projects.

SCE 6342 Energy and the Environment Workshop . . . . . 3(3,0)

Activities related to the teaching of energy through a thematic approach. Discussion and activities about the production, transmission, and distribution of energy, alternative energy sources, energy conservation, and the use of a hands on/minds on, collaborative approach to teaching are included. Students are required to complete field trips as scheduled. Prerequisite: Permission of instructor

SCE 6625 Science Instruction in the Middle School . . . . . 3(3,0)

Theory and practice of middle level science education, including history, philosophy, research, curricula and instructional strategies. Demonstration teaching, cooperative group work and action research projects. Prerequisite: Permission of instructor

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