EDU 584 - Elementary Curriculum 2 and Clinical - Science/Math

3 credits
A practical examination of the objectives, methods, skills, curriculum for teaching mathematics and science in the elementary/middle school setting. Students examine the nature of inquiry through cases of exemplary teaching practices, and research how children learn STEM content. This course introduces the concept of teacher research as it relates to action research and emphasizes the role of teachers as researchers of their own practices, experiences and contexts. Clinical in an elementary/middle school STEM setting is required.