EDU 391 Teaching Sci & Tech Birth-Gr6

Candidates in this course will explore science and technology instruction aligned with NY and national Science and Technology standards as well as understandings of early childhood and childhood development. Emphasis will be on curriculum, assessment, and instructional practices that demonstrate the connections across the domains of physical science, life science, earth and space science, engineering design, and technology. Inquiry, technology, and scientific processes will be integrated into lessons for diverse learners including students who are English learners and students with exceptionalities. Performance, classroom based, and standardized assessments for science and technology instruction will be identified. Students must demonstrate fingerprint clearance prior to beginning field experiences. Prerequisite: IEC 253 or EDU 245 or SEE 245 or SEC 365. Field requirement: 15 hours of small group science/technology/STEM instruction with children in certification range (ages 3-5 and 5th grade preferred).

Credits

3