MACI 312 - Contextual Teaching and Learning of Science

Prerequisites, junior standing, consent of instructor and admission to integrated educational studies major or M.A. in Curriculum and Instruction program or STEM education minor or secondary education minor. Given the diverse nature of California’s populations, this course prepares future teachers with the background knowledge, skills and abilities they will need to engage K-12 students in ways that promote mastery of science content and a love of learning. Aligned with the Next Generation Science Standards and Common Core State Standards, the content focus of this course will include the Science and Engineering Practices, Disciplinary Core Ideas in the biological and physical sciences, Cross Cutting Concepts, as well as differentiating instruction for students who represent different ability, language, and experiential backgrounds. Letter grade. (Offered as needed.) 3 credits