Description
This course will consist of an examination of the curriculum goals, instructional strategies and materials for teaching science to the diverse learner in grades seven to twelve. It will focus on methods for making science meaningful by promoting an active learning process. Teacher candidates will learn to develop learning experiences and conduct assessment reflecting the processes of growth and development of the adolescent. Attention is given to planning and teaching scientific concepts and activities for students who are culturally diverse, those with limited English proficiency, and those with special needs. Teacher candidates will learn how to develop concepts utilizing instructional technology, including the calculator and computer. They will learn and be able to discuss the current issues and problems in science education today. Finally, the New York State's Mathematics, Science, and Technology Learning Standards, Intermediate Science Curriculum (7-8), High School Science Cu