LAI 533SEM - Science Instruction Topic

In this course, students examine learning theories (e.g. constructivism, developmentalism, behaviorism, Hebb’s cell assembly model) and relate them to instructional strategies for the science classroom and laboratory. The development of a repertory of effective strategies to be applied to lesson and program design in support of varied learning modalities is an intended outcome of this experience. Problem-solving, writing to learn, inquiry labs, directed questioning, concept maps, cooperative techniques, and internet investigations are among the elements to be explored. Assignments include classroom and laboratory lesson designs, short papers, a concept map, and a written examination

Credits: 3