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NSED - Natural Sciences Education
Catalog Nbr.Course Title/Course TopicsCredits
NSED 321Teaching Elementary/Middle School Science3.00
Study of the theories, models and strategies for teaching science concepts and skills to elementary/middle school children (ages 6-12/13; grades 1-7/8). National and state standards guide the conceptual framework for this course. Kindergarten pedagogical issues addressed to comply with Minnesota licensure requirements. Prerequisites: General Education science requirements for the Elementary Education major.
Prerequisites:
Prerequisite for taking this course is admission to the Teacher Education Program.
Typically Offered:
Other, Refer to Catalog
NSED 339Teaching Science in the Secondary School3.00
General principles and problems of teaching science in the secondary schools. Emphasis on organizing activities for teaching, materials, resources, current methodology, and participation in the classroom. (Lecture three hours)
Prerequisites:
Prerequisite for taking this course is Junior Status, and admission to the Teacher Education Program.
Typically Offered:
Spring Term Only