BI 456 Materials and Methods of Teaching Biology in Middle School/High School

Also listed as CH 456/GS 456. This course only applies to the Minor in Education; it will not count as a biology major elective for students in non-education Biology options. This course is intended to enhance the students abilities to plan, implement, and evaluate instructional activities and to select and use appropriate materials and equipment in the field of secondary science (Biology, Chemistry, General Science). Students will actively participate in demonstration and modeling of strategies and techniques. Emphasis will be placed on the integration of laboratory activities into the curriculum and research-based science pedagogical methods. This will include the use of technology, laboratory management, inquiry teaching, teaching resources, science-thinking skills, and the Alabama science curricula. Does not satisfy requirements for biology/chemistry/general science major, minor, or general studies.

Credits

3

Prerequisite

Admission to the Teacher Education Program