Course Information

Currently offered:

IGSC/SCED 1101 Step 1: Inquiry Teaching (FYC) - Prepare, implement and reflect on lessons designed to teach elementary students to obtain and analyze data. (qualifies as a Freshman Experience Course)

IGSC/SCED 1102 Step 2: Inquiry Lesson Design -  Prepare, implement and reflect on lessons aligned with district math and/or science curriculum at the middle/junior high school level.

SCED 3383 Knowing and Learning – Explore the implications of learning theories on individual learning, social (classroom) learning, and within the context of larger social justice issues

SCED 3384 Classroom Interactions – Apply theoretical and practical frameworks to analyze various instruction activities, focus on content development through teacher-student, student-student, and group interactions

Beginning in Spring 2014

SCED 4385 Perspectives on Math and Science – Explore historical perspectives that have shaped the content and direction of the sciences: apply historical content and information to K-12 educational contexts

Functions and Modeling – Engage in explorations and lab activities designed to strengthen and expand your knowledge of secondary mathematics topics.

IGSC 4386 STEM Methodologies – Design and carry out independent inquiries employing the tools used by scientists and mathematicians

SCED 4387 Project Based Instruction – Design, implement and evaluate authentic learning processes (challenge-based, problem-based, project-based, etc.)

SCED 4689 Apprentice Teaching – Engage in an intensive, culminating experience that equips UALRTeach students with the tools needed for their first teaching experience