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ELEMENTARY METHODS – SCIENCE

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EED 420 Wk 1 Discussion

Post a total of 3 substantive responses over 2 separate days for full participation. This includes your initial post and 2 replies to other students.

Due Thursday

Respond to the following in a minimum of 175 words:

This week focuses on the foundations of science instruction, standards and resources for teaching and learning science, and best practices for teaching and learning science.

• What is the purpose of state and national standards in science education?
• Are there any differences between the national standards and your state’s standards?
• Why are standards important for you as a teacher to follow? Why are standards important for the learner?
• Why is it important to have standards laid out in a comprehensive trajectory format from kindergarten through Grade 12? Explain and provide specific examples to support your response.

Due Monday

 Reply to at least 2 of your classmates. Be constructive and professional in your responses.

EED 420 Wk 2 Discussion

Post a total of 3 substantive responses over 2 separate days for full participation. This includes your initial post and 2 replies to other students.

Due Thursday

Respond to the following in a minimum of 175 words:

This week focuses on inquiry teaching and learning use the 5E Instructional Model as well as questioning techniques.

What are the critical features of classroom inquiry?

How does inquiry teaching allow for individual differences? Explain and provide rationale to support your response.

Due Monday

Reply to at least 2 of your classmates. Be constructive and professional in your responses.

EED 420 Wk 3 Discussion

Post a total of 3 substantive responses over 2 separate days for full participation. This includes your initial post and 2 replies to other students.

Due Thursday

Respond to the following in a minimum of 175 words:

This week focuses on assessments, classroom management, and safety in the science classroom.

• What are some different methods used to assess learning in science?
• What are performance-based methods of assessment?
• What might a formative assessment look like?
• What might a summative assessment look like?
• Why is it important to use a variety of assessment techniques in a science classroom? Explain and provide specific examples to support your response.

Due Monday

Reply to at least 2 of your classmates. Be constructive and professional in your responses.

EED 420 Wk 4 Discussion

Post a total of 3 substantive responses over 2 separate days for full participation. This includes your initial post and 2 replies to other students.

Due Thursday

Respond to the following in a minimum of 175 words:

This week focuses on cross-curricular connections, integrating engineering and technology, and long-range planning for success.

• How can other subject areas be integrated with science to provide authentic learning experiences?
• What are some specific examples of cross-curricular connections?
• How would you incorporate integration in your class? Why is integration important? Explain and provide rationale to support your response.

Due Monday

Reply to at least 2 of your classmates. Be constructive and professional in your responses.

EED 420 Wk 5 Discussion

Post a total of 3 substantive responses over 2 separate days for full participation. This includes your initial post and 2 replies to other students.

Due Thursday

Respond to the following in a minimum of 175 words:

This week focuses on differentiating instruction for diverse learners as well as ongoing professional development.

• What are some instructional strategies you would use if you walked into a classroom of diverse learners, including English language learners and gifted students?
• How would you ensure that you are able to meet the needs of the diverse learners? Explain and provide specific examples to support your response.

Due Monday

Reply to at least 2 of your classmates. Be constructive and professional in your responses.