Undergraduate Course Descriptions
| NSED - Natural Sciences Education | ||
| Catalog Nbr. | Course Title/Course Topics | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| NSED 321 | Teaching Elementary/Middle School Science | 3.00 |
| 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 339 | Teaching Science in the Secondary School | 3.00 |
| 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 | ||