EDES 5254 Methods in Teaching Secondary Science

3 semester hours

This course covers programs, guidelines, and practices in the individualization of instruction with emphasis on culturally and linguistically diverse student needs in relation to teaching science; explores methods of long- and short-range planning, effective use of textbooks to design instruction and labs in both physical and life science, unit plans and lesson planning; assessment, and differentiated instruction to support student achievement of the California Science curriculum.

Fieldwork is required.

Special approval required.