Middlebury

EDST 0306

Elementary Science Methods

Elementary Science Methods
In this course we will investigate children’s scientific understanding and how to design learning experiences to advance their understanding. Working closely with practicing elementary school teachers, students will spend time each week in local schools, observing science instruction, conducting assessments, lesson planning, and teaching standards-based lessons. Students will learn to use a claim/evidence/reasoning framework to develop children’s scientific explanations. We will also study recent research in science education and the engineering and design process. Students will gain an understanding of how to plan, implement, and assess science instruction through seminars. Students will also continue to work on their Vermont licensure portfolio. [Open to EDST Elementary Licensure candidates only]. (Approval Required)
Subject:
Education Studies
Department:
Education Studies
Division:
Social Sciences
Requirements Fulfilled:

Sections in Fall 2023, School Abroad Spain (Madrid)

Fall 2023

EDST0306A-F23 Lecture (Weston)
EDST0306Z-F23 Discussion (Weston)