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2017-18 Graduate Catalog 
    
2017-18 Graduate Catalog [ARCHIVED CATALOG]

ED 552 Issues and Methods in Elementary School Science


(3 credits)
This course is an introduction to a wide variety of instructional techniques and materials available to facilitate science learning in elementary classroom and laboratory settings. It examines current issues and trends in science and science education as they relate to the elementary curriculum and classroom. It emphasizes the integration of content, techniques and materials into a program adaptable to teaching conditions unique to each classroom.

IMPORTANT: This course requires fieldwork. Students must have current required clearances on file with the School of Education. (See Obtaining Clearances)

Prerequisite: Two semesters of laboratory science or ED 454.