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ARCHIVED 2021-22 Graduate Catalog 
    
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EDU 644 - Methods for Teaching Science & Social Studies in Elementary School (3)

Prerequisite: EDU 737 .
A methods course focusing on methodologies in teaching science and social science that are developmentally appropriate, integrated, and interdisciplinary for the elementary (including early childhood K-3) settings. Students apply current research in the areas of science and social 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, the National Curriculum Standards for Social Studies, the Nebraska State Science Standards, and the Nebraska Social Studies Standards.