300

Different models of evaluation and various techniques used in the assessment of science knowledge and skills will be developed. Examples and procedures directly related to the teaching of inquiry-based science will be stressed. The course will introduce students to action research, a form of self-reflective systematic inquiry by practitioners on their own practice.

The course provides a theoretical framework for exploring and developing a culturally responsive approach to the teaching of mathematics and sciences. In exploring different instructional formats, the course allows candidates to develop approaches that prepare them for an ever-increasing population of students that reflect diverse backgrounds and abilities. The field experience is a co-requisite that allows the candidates the opportunity to apply their knowledge on the issues presented in the course work to a diverse population.

The course is the field component to SCED 305. Candidates will use different instructional formats to develop effective approaches for teaching science and math to students with different backgrounds and abilities in diverse educational learning environments.