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EDUC 554
Science in Childhood and Early Childhood Education
This course examines and applies the constructivist approach to the teaching and learning of science, including effective teaching practices that use knowledge of individual and group motivation and behavior to foster active engagement in learning, self-motivation, and positive social interaction. The nature of science, inquiry-based practices, and content related to life, physical, and earth science will be explored.
Ten hours of fieldwork required. 3 credits.
NCATE KEY PROGRAM ASSESSMENT #3: OBSERVATION REPORT FOR HEALTH AND PHYSICAL EDUCATION
Summary:
The Lesson Plan Collection addresses NCATE Key Program Assessment #3 and NAEYC Standards 1c, 3a, 3b, 3c, 3d, 4a, 4b, 4c, 5a, 5b, 5c and ACEI Standards 1.0, 2.1, 2.2., 2.3, 2.4, 2.5, 3.1, 3.2, 3.3, 3.4, 3.5, 4.0. This assessment is to be completed before student teaching. The collection will represent various content areas, involve both group and individual planning, and include various pedagogical approaches.
For a full description of the assessment, see the attachment below.
As you submit your work, please be cautious to avoid the following scenarios:
NCATE KEY PROGRAM ASSESSMENT #3: OBSERVATION REPORT FOR HEALTH AND PHYSICAL EDUCATION
Summary:
The Lesson Plan Collection addresses NCATE Key Program Assessment #3 and NAEYC Standards 1c, 3a, 3b, 3c, 3d, 4a, 4b, 4c, 5a, 5b, 5c and ACEI Standards 1.0, 2.1, 2.2., 2.3, 2.4, 2.5, 3.1, 3.2, 3.3, 3.4, 3.5, 4.0. This assessment is to be completed before student teaching. The collection will represent various content areas, involve both group and individual planning, and include various pedagogical approaches.
For a full description of the assessment, see the attachment below.
As you submit your work, please be cautious to avoid the following scenarios:
NCATE KEY PROGRAM ASSESSMENT #3: LESSON PLAN COLLECTION
Summary:
The Lesson Plan Collection addresses NCATE Key Program Assessment #3 and NAEYC Standards 1c, 3a, 3b, 3c, 3d, 4a, 4b, 4c, 5a, 5b, 5c and ACEI Standards 1.0, 2.1, 2.2., 2.3, 2.4, 2.5, 3.1, 3.2, 3.3, 3.4, 3.5, 4.0. This assessment is to be completed before student teaching. The collection will represent various content areas, involve both group and individual planning, and include various pedagogical approaches.
For a full description of the assessment, see the attachment below.
As you submit your work, please be cautious to avoid the following scenarios:
You are responsible for documenting your fieldwork. Use the following instructions to submit the form via the ePortfolio.
1. At the lower right, click on Complete Form.
2. Complete all required fields. Note: If you do not have all of the required information, you can Save and Return to finish the Form at a later date; however, do not click Submit Work until the Form is completed in its entirety.
3. Once entirely complete click Save and Return.
4. Click on the Scores/Results tab, scroll down to find the completed Form, then click on Submit Work. Follow any subsequent instructions.
As you submit your work, please be cautious to avoid the following scenarios: