OCEA 296Teaching in Ocean Sciences
For new and/or relatively inexperienced graduate students in pedagogy of ocean sciences. Role and responsibilities of teaching in ocean sciences described and developed. Includes discussions about effective teaching methods; hands-on issues for work in the laboratory; university expectations; and regulations regarding teaching, organizational strategies, time management, and working with instructors and staff.
Prerequisite(s): graduate standing or permission of instructor. Enrollment restricted to graduate students.
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When it runs
Fall 2026Open Fall 2026
| Section | Type | When | Where | Instructor | Seats |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 01 | Lecture | Fri 9:20am–10:25am | Earth&Marine D236 | C. A. Edwards | Open 5/15 |
Fall 2025Open Fall 2025
| Section | Type | When | Where | Instructor | Seats |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 01 | Lecture | Fri 9:20am–10:25am | Earth&Marine D266 | C. A. Edwards | Open 4/15 |
Who teaches it
| Instructor | Rating | Difficulty | Would take again | Reviews |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Christopher Edwards | 4.3 / 5 | 3.1 / 5 | 96% | 36 |
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