Dec 26, 2024  
2021-2022 Undergraduate Catalog 
    
Catalog Navigation
  Catalog Home
  Catalog Guide
  Academic Calendar
  Introduction to NIU
  Academic Information
  Undergraduate Courses
  Undergraduate Academic Programs
  Admission
  Limited Admissions and Limited Retention
  Academic Regulations
  Undergraduate Programs
  General Education Requirements
  Writing Infused Courses
  Human Diversity Requirement List of Courses
  University Graduation Requirements
  Educator Licensure Requirements
  Other Graduation Requirements
  College of Business
  College of Education
  College of Engineering and Engineering Technology
  College of Health and Human Sciences
  College of Liberal Arts and Sciences
  College of Visual and Performing Arts
  Other Academic Units
  Inter-College Interdisciplinary Programs
  Interdisciplinary Courses
  Course Descriptions
  Articulation Curriculum
  Expenses
  Financial Aid and Scholarships
  University Services
  University Administration
  Legal Notices
  Campus Maps
  2021-2022 Undergraduate Catalog PDF
HELP
2021-2022 Undergraduate Catalog [NOTE!!!! THIS IS AN ARCHIVED CATALOG. FOR THE CURRENT CATALOG, GO TO CATALOG.NIU.EDU]

BIOS 414X - Interdisciplinary Teaching of Science in Secondary and Middle Level Education

Crosslisted as CHEM 414X, ENVS 414X, GEOL 414, and PHYS 414X. Methods and theory for the teaching of interdisciplinary science in grades 6-12. Exploration of the nature and purpose of science and its underlying assumptions, the social and cultural challenges in science teaching, and the potential solutions to these challenges through research, discussion, and reflection. Use of state and national science standards to develop student learning objectives and to design inquiry-based lesson plans, micro-teaching, construction and use of assessment rubrics, and ongoing development of a professional portfolio.

Prerequisites & Notes
PRQ: Consent of department.

Credits: 3