Science Methods/Mid Grade Learners (EDML 527)

Term: 2015-2016 Spring Term

Faculty

Cecilia Powers WrightShow MyInfo popup for Cecilia Powers Wright

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Schedule

Fri, 5:30 PM - 8:30 PM (1/18/2016 - 5/13/2016) Location: MAIN SJ 243
Sat, 9:00 AM - 1:00 PM (1/18/2016 - 5/13/2016) Location: MAIN SJ 243

Description

This course provides an overview of the teaching techniques and materials used in contemporary middle level science pro-grams with a focus on inquiry skills and inductive and deductive reasoning through hands-on and minds-on investigations. Students explore the integrated processes of formulating hypotheses, naming and controlling variables, making operational definitions, conducting experiments, interpreting data and engaging in investigative and problem-solving processes. This course addresses an analysis and application of methodology and instructional techniques in the content area of science. (Formerly EDML-515).