EDU 461: CP: INQUIRY BASED SCI (MGE)

This DATA course presents candidates with methods, materials, and organizational techniques for providing inquiry-based science in the differentiated middle grades classroom. Throughout the course, candidates will discuss current curriculum issues in science education and develop an understanding of science in light of present national (NSTA) and state education standards. During the 7-week DATA practicum conducted in the second half of the semester, candidates will have opportunities to plan, implement, and evaluate lessons that address differentiation of essential science content, instructional practices, and student products based on student readiness, interest, and learning profile. This course will focus heavily on teacher candidate proficiency development and should be taken during the semester before the Clinical Residency experience. Prerequisite: Stage II Admission to Clinical Practice Block