Science+for+Elementary+School+Educators

MCIU provided the following information:

Course (credits provided through Immaculata University) Course Description Being a great science teacher involves knowing both content and effective instructional techniques. The course addresses both through developing an understanding of key concepts in physics, chemistry, and astronomy, as well as the use of inquiry-based science investigations and constructivist teaching. By the end of the course participants will be more confident in their teaching of science due to their additional knowledge and understanding of science content and research-based instructional methods to deliver it effectively.
 * Science for Elementary School Educators** (SESE) - 3 Credit Graduate

Statement of Need There are a large number of elementary school teachers in the U.S. who have had minimal coursework regarding science content or effective science instruction. Over the past several years NCLB has led many school districts to focus more on math and language arts education at the expense of science instruction. In light of the upcoming PSSA Science test, the continued globalization of the economy, the ever-rapidly expanding science and technology fields, and Congressional legislation pending to make science part of AYP, it is critical to provide quality coursework in this content area.

Measurable Competencies to be Developed Participants will be able to: - Develop lesson plans using either the 5E or FERA (Focus, Explore, Reflect, Apply) model - Compare and contrast constructivism and traditionalism. - Modify traditional lesson plans into constructivist plans. - Use inquiry effectively in the teaching of science. - Explain key concepts in physics, chemistry, and astronomy. - Demonstrate how to incorporate their new understanding of key science concepts to enhance their current instruction of science.

June 18 - 22 July 30 - August 3 August 20 - 24
 * Currently 3 sections are being offered.**

To enroll go to [|www.cciu.org] Click "courses" Click "view all" Type "Antinori" in the instructors box and the click "search" Click on the section you desire and follow the on-screen directions.

For more information contact: Ron Antinori Staff Development Specialist - Science Chester County IU 455 Boot Road Downingtown, PA 19335 phone - 484-237-5336 fax - 484-237-5194