METHODS OF TEACHING SCIENCE / SPRING 2002
EDUC 347 (BIO 302)
Debby Walser-Kuntz, Ph.D. Office: Hulings 328
Phone #: 5756 E-mail: dwalser
Office hours: Mon. from 1:15 to 2:15 PM & Wed. from 11 AM to noon –
or by appointment
Throughout the term we will explore the goals for scientific literacy as outlined
in both the National Science Education Standards and Project 2061: Science
for All Americans. We will read several articles focusing on developing inquiry-based
lessons, methods of assessment, multicultural issues in the classroom, and
exceptional students. You will have the opportunity to observe teachers in
action in various classroom settings and will also plan and present lessons.
The goal of the course is to have you begin to develop your individual approach
to effectively teaching science and becoming an effective science teacher.
The following guidelines taken from the National Science Education Standards
serve to both identify the characteristics of good science teachers and provide
a vision for quality science teaching.
Teachers of science:
