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Course Description

This course prepares K-8 teachers to develop a balanced and articulated elementary school science program that promotes inquiry. Participants discuss the evaluation of texts and reference materials, the development of hands-on activities and assessments, and the use of teacher-made materials and technology. Participants also evaluate resources for effective instructional strategies, including safety best practices.

This graduate course is 4 weeks.

PLEASE NOTE:
Attendance and participation are mandatory in all university courses, and specific requirements may differ by course. If attendance requirements are not met, a student may be removed from the course. Please review the Course Attendance Policy in the Catalog for more information.

This course is not available for enrollment to residents of Alabama, Arkansas, and Kentucky.

Course Objectives

Using Science Inquiry in the Classroom

  • Identify the components necessary to meet standards for an inquiry-based science classroom.
  • Examine brain-based and constructivist approaches to instruction.
  • Explain instructional methods that improve science inquiry for diverse learners.

Planning for Science Inquiry; Strategies and Resources for Science Inquiry

  • Determine instructional methods that promote scientific inquiry.
  • Develop effective questions to engage students in independent thinking.
  • Select effective methods to encourage student cooperation in group inquiry activities.
  • Apply instructional best practices to promote scientific inquiry.
  • Evaluate resources for best practices that instill inquiry in science education.

Safety in the Inquiry-Based Science Classroom

  • Plan for safe science experiences.
  • Explain teachers’ legal responsibilities regarding safety in the classroom.
  • Identify federal and state legislation related to safety in the classroom.
  • Determine materials for safe inquiry-based science activities.

Assessment and Technology for Science Inquiry in the Classroom

  • Identify instructional methods that integrate technology in the science classroom.
  • Design authentic assessments that promote science inquiry.

Prerequisites

None

Disclaimers

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Teaching Methods: Elementary Science
Type
Instructor Led
Days
T, M
Time
12:00AM to 11:59AM
Dates
Apr 16, 2024 to May 13, 2024
Campus
Online Campus
Building
Online Non-Degree
Schedule and Location
Contact Hours
95.9
Location
  • Online Campus
Course Fee(s)
Section Fees
Resource Fee $75.00 Mandatory
Credits/Units
3 Credit Hours
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Type
Instructor Led
Days
T, M
Time
12:00AM to 11:59AM
Dates
May 14, 2024 to Jun 10, 2024
Campus
Online Campus
Building
Online Non-Degree
Schedule and Location
Contact Hours
95.9
Location
  • Online Campus
Course Fee(s)
Section Fees
Resource Fee $75.00 Mandatory
Credits/Units
3 Credit Hours
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Type
Instructor Led
Days
T, M
Time
12:00AM to 11:59AM
Dates
Jun 04, 2024 to Jul 01, 2024
Campus
Online Campus
Building
Online Non-Degree
Schedule and Location
Contact Hours
95.9
Location
  • Online Campus
Course Fee(s)
Section Fees
Resource Fee $75.00 Mandatory
Credits/Units
3 Credit Hours
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Type
Instructor Led
Days
T, M
Time
12:00AM to 11:59AM
Dates
Jul 09, 2024 to Aug 05, 2024
Campus
Online Campus
Building
Online Non-Degree
Schedule and Location
Contact Hours
95.9
Location
  • Online Campus
Course Fee(s)
Section Fees
Resource Fee $75.00 Mandatory
Credits/Units
3 Credit Hours
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Type
Instructor Led
Days
T, M
Time
12:00AM to 11:59AM
Dates
Aug 06, 2024 to Sep 02, 2024
Campus
Online Campus
Building
Online Non-Degree
Schedule and Location
Contact Hours
95.9
Location
  • Online Campus
Course Fee(s)
Section Fees
Resource Fee $75.00 Mandatory
Credits/Units
3 Credit Hours
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