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