INTRO TO SCIENCE EDUCATION   [Archived Catalog]
2017-2018 Undergraduate Catalog
   

IL 1430 - INTRO TO SCIENCE EDUCATION


Minimum Credits: 3
Maximum Credits: 3
The goal of the course is to (a) encourage prospective teachers to become critical and reflective in thinking about science, students and the practice of teaching; and (b) provide an overview of various components of the science teaching/learning process. Course activities are structured to promote reflective thinking, and to assist students who are considering the teaching profession by providing experiences with classroom settings. The course is very intensive, requiring a good deal of reading & writing. It also requires time outside of class for observing & interviewing students.
Academic Career: Undergraduate
Course Component: Lecture
Grade Component: Letter Grade


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