ELE344 METHODS OF TEACHING SCIENCE II
| Course Code: | 4100344 |
| METU Credit (Theoretical-Laboratory hours/week): | 3 (2.00 - 2.00) |
| ECTS Credit: | 6.0 |
| Department: | Elementary Education |
| Language of Instruction: | English |
| Level of Study: | Undergraduate |
| Course Coordinator: | Prof.Dr. JALE ÇAKIROĞLU |
| Offered Semester: | Spring Semesters. |
Course Objectives
By the end of this course the students will develop a perspective on various methods of teaching science in middle schools
Course Content
Teaching strategies for elementary science including project-based learning, problem-based learning, peer instruction, role playing, teaching with analogy, laboratory and field work and use of technology in science teaching. Designs and implements classroom lesson plans, and microteaching.
Course Learning Outcomes
Upon the completion of this course, we expect that our students will be able to;
- utilize specific teaching methods in planning effective science learning
- plan and implement effective science activities
- design and implement instruction for teaching the content and processes of science in a way that addresses the nature of science and the nature of the learner
- develop instructional plans in middle school science that enable students acquire knowledge
- attitudes, and skills essential to science literacy
- develop and implement safe and effective science learning environments
- use currently available technology, audio-visuals, and concrete instructional devices and materials to enhance student learning
- utilize a variety of techniques for assessing science learning.