ECE 8420 - Essentials of Elementary Science

3 Credit Hours
Description
This course introduces the science content and pedagogy of early elementary classrooms. Participants will learn Life, Physical, Earth and Space Disciplinary Core Ideas based on the Framework for K-12 Science Education. They will also develop lesson plans using the 5E Model and the 3 Dimensional Planning as outlined in the Framework for Science Education. Special attention is paid to 1) common misconceptions in early elementary topics and 2) safety. This is a required course for the K-5 Science Endorsement but non-endorsement candidates can take this course as an elective.