EDUC 489 Curriculum and Methods in Science/Social Studies in PreK-5
Students examine theory and practice in transforming the methods of inquiry and the knowledge base of the sciences into the elementary and middle school science curriculum, emphasizing content and performance standards, planning for instruction, teaching methods, and materials, including the integration of technology into the elementary and middle school science curriculum. Students explore instructional techniques, curriculum, materials, and strategies for teaching social studies in elementary and middle school. Standards-driven instruction, teaching for understanding, assessment, and integration of social studies into other subject areas will be considered.