University General Course Catalog 2026-2027 
    
    Sep 06, 2026  
University General Course Catalog 2026-2027

EDEL 643 - Methods for Teaching PK-8 Science

(3 units)
Methods and pedagogy that offer effective techniques, management, and content in teaching science to children grades PK-8.

Grading Basis: Graded
Units of Lecture: 3
Offered: Every Fall and Spring

Student Learning Outcomes
Upon completion of this course, students will be able to:
1. demonstrate understanding of Inquiry-based instruction as demonstrated by writing a 5E lesson plan.
2. demonstrate knowledge of the general format and structure of the Next Generation Science Standards as demonstrated by using the three domains (content, practices and crosscutting concepts) for lesson planning.
3. demonstrate understanding of Inquiry-based instruction as demonstrated by writing a 5E lesson plan.
4. demonstrate knowledge of the general format and structure of the Next Generation Science Standards as demonstrated by using the three domains (content, practices and crosscutting concepts) for lesson planning.


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