Science Education (MA) - Summer 2019 Cohort

Tentative course schedule
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Spring 2019

OPTIONAL JUMP START-Students may choose to begin their elective coursework early.

Summer 2019
SCI ED
6700
The History, Philosophy, and Nature of Science
Examination of the nature of science, major philosophical and historical developments of science, and their implications to the science classroom. Seminar format, 2 hours/week.
3 unit(s)

XXXX Content/elective coursework
-- 2-4 unit(s)
Contact the program coordinator for course options.

Fall 2019
SCI ED
6800
Teaching-Learning Models in Science Education
Study of learning theories from behaviorism to constructivism and how these theories are translated into science teaching practice through various teaching models. Seminar format, 2 hours/week.
2 unit(s)
SCI ED
5500
Techniques for Science Teachers
Topics selected to assist science teachers in improving their teaching. These may include teaching or assessment strategies, laboratory techniques, specific science concepts, or examples of new curricula. Topic listed in Schedule of Classes. Application to major requires advisor approval. May be repeated up to 7 hours. Prerequisite(s): junior standing; consent of instructor.
1 unit(s)
Spring 2020
SCI ED
6500
Research Methods in Science Education
Introduction to qualitative, quantitative, and mixed methods research used in science education. Emphasis on and critical analysis of primary literature. Application of literature review, research design, data analysis and writing styles to graduate projects.
4 unit(s)
Summer 2020
SCI ED
6900
Trends and Issues in Science Education
Major trends and issues in science education, focusing primarily from the 1950s to the present. Seminar format, 2 hours/week.
3 unit(s)

XXXX Content/elective coursework
-- 2-4 unit(s)
Contact the program coordinator for course options.

Fall 2020
SCI ED
6600
Developing Science Curricula
Analysis and design of science curricula with attention to K-12 national and state initiatives and standards. Seminar format, 2 hours/week.
2 unit(s)
SCI ED
5500
Techniques for Science Teachers
Topics selected to assist science teachers in improving their teaching. These may include teaching or assessment strategies, laboratory techniques, specific science concepts, or examples of new curricula. Topic listed in Schedule of Classes. Application to major requires advisor approval. May be repeated up to 7 hours. Prerequisite(s): junior standing; consent of instructor.
1 unit(s)
Spring 2021
SCI ED
6299
Research
Prerequisite(s): consent of department.
1-6 unit(s)

May be taken at various times and increments from Spring 2021 forward

XXXX Content/elective coursework
-- 3-12 unit(s)
Depending on content/elective coursework already completed

Please note: the number of units from this listed program schedule will vary depending on allowable transfer credit. Up to 10 units of credit may be accepted as transfer credit. MA students may pursue either a thesis or non-thesis option. SCI ED 6299 Research hours (six for thesis; three for non-thesis) may be taken at various times and increments (i.e. 1 unit of credit at a time) after completion of the five core courses in the sequence, and can be taken at a distance without coming to campus.

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Science Education (MA)