MGE 510 Methods of Teaching Middle Grades Science

This course investigates exemplary science instruction for middle grades education. An in-depth focus is on exemplary science instruction, fluency with middle grades education science instructional content, and appropriate use of diverse instructional strategies including young adolescent students’ voices. Candidates enrich their understanding of the critical middle grades science content and concepts. Practical applications of the science content are explored along with formative and summative assessments to develop young adolescent learners’ understanding of how science works in their world. Pre-requisite(s): MGE 504. Co-requisite(s): None. 3 semester hours