SEC/540
Science Content and Curricular Knowledge
Course level: EDU Graduate
Christine O.
BSA
Online classes, always on, 24/7/365
Go to class any time of the day or night. If you have questions, call 866-354-1800 to speak with an Enrollment Representative.
This course is designed to prepare teacher candidates to teach science at the secondary school level. To meet this objective, candidates explore the instructional methods in science content areas in middle level and high school settings. Candidates identify the educational needs of secondary students by exploring current instructional theory; national, state, and local standards; and social issues that affect the science classroom. The course also helps candidates develop skills in selecting and adapting instruction and management plans for all student populations.
Prerequisites
This graduate level course requires proof of completion of a Bachelor's degree. Be prepared to provide documentation during the checkout process.
Required materials
The materials required for this course are covered in your resource fees.
Earn these career-relevant skills in weeks, not years.
Learning Styles
Analyze effective adaptations that support the needs of diverse learners in the science classroom
Science Education
Identify the educational needs of secondary science students to design instruction that promotes engagement
Problem Solving
Develop a lesson through scientific inquiry that allows students to actively engage in learning