TCHR 312 - Contextual Teaching and Learning of Science

Prerequisite, admission to the MA in Curriculum and Instruction program. 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