EDU 322 - Science Methods (2)

Prerequisites: EDU 211 or permission, Elementary Education major or middle grades endorsement.

A methods course focusing on methodologies in teaching science that are developmentally appropriate, integrated and interdisciplinary for the elementary (including early childhood K-3) and middle grades settings. Students apply current research in the areas of science education, design lessons and curricular sequences, integrate technology, plan evaluation procedures, and explore concepts and local environments through inquiry activities. This course is based upon the National Science Literacy Standards and the Nebraska State Science Standards.