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2016-2017 Undergraduate Catalog [ARCHIVED CATALOG]

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SCED 301 - Interdisciplinary Science and Engineering Inquiry


Description:
Interdisciplinary investigation of applied life, physical, and Earth science concepts applicable to K-12 classrooms using integrated contexts. Applied inquiry processes are used to increase student knowledge, skills, and dispositions. Six lecture/lab hours per week.

Prerequisites:
Prerequisite: junior standing or above.

Credits: (5)

Learner Outcomes, Activities and Assessments

Learner Outcome

Activity (optional)

Assessment

Describe and explain a variety of life, physical, and earth science concepts important for K-8 teachers.

 

Class Discussion, Research Proposal, Research Project

Design and implement experiments using investigative processes.

 

Science Notebook, Mini-Investigations, Research Project, Research Presentation

Use computers and related technologies to gather and analyze data.

 

Mini-Investigations, Research Project, In-class Exercises, Performance Assessment

Analyze, interpret, and present data using quantitative reasoning including graphs, tables, and charts.

 

Class Discussion, Science Notebook, Mini-Investigations, Research Project, Research Project, Written Exams, In-class Exercises, Field Trips

Integrate life, physical, and earth science concepts with investigative processes.

 

In-class Exercises, Research Project, Research Project, Field Trips

Work in small groups to solve complex problems.

 

Activity reports, instructor observation.

Form opinions based on scientific evidence and defend positions using written and oral methods.

 

Class Discussions, Written Exams, Research Project





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