BIO 276
Exploration of Teaching in Biological Sciences
Biology
College of Life Sciences
Course Description
Field-based initial teaching experience directed at helping prospective teachers experience demands and opportunities associated with teaching secondary students.
When Taught
Fall
Grade Rule
Grade Rule 8: A, B, C, D, E, I (Standard grade rule)
Min
3
Fixed
3
Other Prerequisites
major GPA of 2.85 or higher, FBI fingerprint and background clearance; previous application required
Title
Lesson Development
Learning Outcome
Design and develop simple lessons containing the essential components; objectives, procedures, and evaluation.
Title
Effective Teaching and Planning
Learning Outcome
Model both effecive teaching and lesson planning by teaching lessons that exhibit your abilities to use inquiry-based lessons and demonstrate both the hierarchy of learning and strategies for teaching students with diverse learning styles.
Title
Effective Teacher Characteristics
Learning Outcome
Identify and demonstrate the characteristics of effective teachers.
