SCE511 Earth Science for Teachers

Surveys content in earth science representative of the K-8 science curriculum using a laboratory-based approach. Although other instructional methodologies will be examined, this course will focus on using a STS (Science, Technology, and Society) format as an exemplary model for teaching and learning earth science. Topics include: physical geology and oceanography in the context of earth history, environmental issues, major organizing concepts and principles, recent discoveries and current knowledge in geology, oceanography, and all related fields of earth science. Prerequisite(s): None. 2-3 semester hours