ED 384 - Teaching Science - Elementary Education

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Methods of teaching science concepts, process skills and scientific attitudes are developed through direct experiences. An examination of the variety of methods, available resources and materials that are utilized for the teaching of science in the elementary classroom are examined. Particular emphasis is placed on the constructivist approach to instruction, as well as interdisciplinary curricular development. This is a placement embedded course; a 48-hour field experience placement in a regionally accredited school is required during the course. Prerequisite(s): ED 311 Note(s) Permission from the Clinical Experience Office is required to register.