SCI 2610-3 Integrated Natural Science I (1 + 4)

Prerequisites: minimum performance standard scores on reading and writing preassessment tests and MTH 1080 or MTH 1610 or equivalent, or permission of instructor; and either ENG 1010 or completion of the Level I General Studies Communication requirement

This interdisciplinary course investigates the integrated nature of scientific knowledge and explores the common foundations of the physical sciences. The focus of this first course, in a two-course sequence, is on the primary content areas of physics and chemistry with extensions to astronomy, earth system science, and biology. This course develops operational and reasoning skills in the sciences through a student-centered, cooperative-inquiry approach to learning and instruction using a combined laboratory/classroom/field lecture format. Three field trips are required. (General Studies-Level II, Natural Science)

SCI 2620-3 Integrated Natural Science II (1 + 4)

Prerequisite: SCI 2610 or permission of instructor

This second semester of the Integrated Natural Science sequence reinforces skills and develops knowledge through applications in the primary content areas of biology, astronomy, and earth system science integrating the foundational principles of physics and chemistry. Three field trips are required. (General Studies-Level II, Natural Science)

SCI 3950-3 Teaching Science in Middle and Secondary Schools (3 + 0)

Prerequisites: EDS 3110, EDS 3120, EDS 3200 or permission of instructor; major or minor in science; to be taken within 2 semesters of student teaching

Corequisite: EDS 3210 and EDS 3220 recommended

This course is designed for students preparing for teaching science in middle and secondary schools. Students learn to choose, develop and evaluate curriculum based on learner characteristics and Colorado Model Content Standards. A variety of approaches to science instruction are included. The emphasis is on hands-on, minds-on learning. Students have opportunities to implement a variety of approaches to science instruction in a field experience coordinated with EDS 3220.