SCE 4320     Teaching Science in the Middle and Secondary Schools . . . . . 2(F)
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. Admitted to Teacher Education and permission is required

SCE 4631     Special Methods in Teaching Secondary and Junior High School Science . . . . . 3(F)
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. Twenty four semester hours of science courses are needed prior to taking this course. Permission is required

SCE 5XXX       Structure of the Earth Pending Faculty Senate Approval . . . . . 0(CALL DEPT)
Examines the physical composition of our planet and the forces (both internal and external) that continuously shape it. Is cross- disciplinary when appropriate and is especially designed for secondary school teachers who are currently teaching or who are preparing to teach courses in middle and high school Earth sciences. Combines technical explanations of geological processes and phenomena with an explanation of the physical composition of matter, minerals, and various rock types. The original content documents are supplemented with original animated graphics, other web-based resource links, and self-directed reviews of literature on various discussion topics presented during the course

SCE 5XX1        Rainforests-Endangered Ecosystems Pending Faculty Senate Approval . . . . . 3(F,S,SS)
Explores the nature of rainforests and their role in the biosphere. It investigates the flora, fauna, and human populations that inhabit rainforests, including how they interact with each other and the abiotic factors of the ecosystem, their adaptations, and factors affecting their evolution. Students examine the importance of rainforests and the threats directed at them. They also take a virtual trip through Olympic National Park’s Hoh Rainforest to show the connections between temperate and tropical rainforests

SCE 5XX2        Ocean Science Pending Faculty Senate Approval . . . . . 3(F,S,SS)
Examines the physical, chemical, and biological factors that influence the ocean. It supports content with a discussion of the methods through which students can achieve ocean-related content outlined in the National Science Education Standards. It uses text- based content, participant interaction, analysis of current research, we search, and implementation of activities to improve the skills of teachers

SCE 5XX3        Learning Reading Strategies for Middle School Science Pending Faculty Senate Approval . . . . . 3(F,S,SS)
Designed to help teachers focus on specific reading comprehension strategies to help students in grades 6-9 become better readers of science texts. Weekly mini-lessons provide opportunities to integrate explicit texts and activities which focus on modeling what good readers do through a think-aloud strategy. Within the context of rich, JASON video and multimedia components, you will collaborate, practice, and learn these techniques with colleagues in both science and language arts

SCE 5807     Forces and Motion . . . . . 3(F,S,SS)
Engages participants in reviewing the history and development of concepts associated with why things move and how they move in the mechanical world. Simple demonstrations and hands-on inquiry activities connect each week’s content area with real-world examples

SCE 5842     Aquatic Ecology for Teachers . . . . . 3(F,S,SS)
Aquatic Ecosystems engages participants in reviewing and comparing aquatic environments, investigating the dynamics of ecological interactions, and addressing the impact of human activity. Each week’s content addresses main science concepts, illustrative examples, inquiry activity ideas, resource extensions, opportunities to learn more, and connections to teaching and learning in grades 4-9 science classrooms

SCE 6117     Science Instruction in the Elementary School . . . . . 3(F)
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 6341     Energy and the Environment Workshop . . . . . 3(CALL DEPT)
Activities related to the teaching of energy through a thematic approach. Discussions 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. Credit may not be earned in both SCE 6342 and SCE 6341