EEX 5006 Teaching Science in Early Childhood and Elementary Education

The goal of this course is to provide a comprehensive overview of teaching Science to Early Childhood and Elementary school learners. Current teaching methods as well as relevant strategies and approaches will be explored. Students will develop an understanding and appreciation of science that makes a positive impression on children's attitudes and skills that are essential to science literacy. An exploration of what is science and how science instruction is related to current theories of child development will be included. Students will learn how to develop and implement science lessons across the different domains.

Credits

3