ELED 765 - Science Applications in the STEM Classroom

With a particular emphasis on integration with other academic disciplines, this course introduces the fundamentals of science (chemistry, physics, biology, and biotechnology). Students will explore these topics through hands-on real-world activities designed to form hypotheses, collect data through systematic investigations, analyze/interpret data, and communicate their findings. The course will explore (a) the nature of scientific thinking, (b) the importance of science and technology in society, (c) strategies needed for rigorous inquiry and problem solving, (d) strategies for representing data visually, (e) the importance of clearly communicating scientific discoveries, and (f) pedagogies for enhancing scientific thinking in elementary students. 2 credits