EDUC 221Science Learning and Teaching in Elementary Classrooms
Examines constructivist and sociocultural approaches to the learning and teaching of science in elementary classrooms, including beliefs about the nature of science and theories of how children learn science. Provides a critical overview of curricula, instructional theories, and multiple approaches to teaching the "big ideas" in elementary science.
Enrollment is restricted to MA/credential students.
- 2:00PM-4:00PM plus 1 hour fieldwork between 8:30am and 1:30pm; DeLaveaga Room 37 (tentative) Times vary each week. See instructor for calendar.
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When it runs
Winter 2027Open Winter 2027
| Section | Type | When | Where | Instructor | Seats |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 01 | Lecture | Wed 2:00pm–4:00pm | TBD In Person | M. Shaw | Open 0/30 |
Winter 2026Open Winter 2026
| Section | Type | When | Where | Instructor | Seats |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 01 | Lecture | Wed 2:00pm–4:00pm | TBD In Person | M. Shaw | Open 31/35 |
Who teaches it
| Instructor | Rating | Difficulty | Would take again | Reviews |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| David Shaw | 3.7 / 5 | 2.5 / 5 | 33% | 17 |
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