EDU 317 - Methods of Elementary Science and Social Studies (1)

Current elementary school methods in the teaching of natural science and social studies. Special emphasis on the development of interdisciplinary methods, the development of curricular units, lesson design, computer applications, student assessment, and classroom management. Thirty hours of observation-practicum in the schools. Students must provide their own transportation. This course must be taken PRIOR to student teaching. Prerequisites: EDU 205, 215, 230, 240, admission to the Teacher Education Program, and junior standing, or permission of instructor. This course requires an in-person practicum experience at the school. Students doing online learning are not eligible to take this course. No alternate grade option.
(Teacher Preparation)