EDE 4304C - Integrated Math and Science with Practicum

4 credit(s)
Prerequisite(s): Admission into the Bachelor of Science program in Education or special permission from the Dean of the School of Education
Prior to enrolling in any upper level course (course number beginning with a 3 or 4), students must complete the following courses with a grade of “C” or better: ENC 1101 English Composition I, ENC 1102 English Composition II, and three semester hours of college level mathematics; or permission from the appropriate academic dean.
Required: This course requires 35 hours of practicum in an elementary classroom setting over a minimum of ten weeks.
Through this course the teacher candidate will examine the theoretical and practical aspects of teaching mathematics and science to the elementary student. Teacher candidates will become familiar with the national curriculum standards and the Florida Sunshine Standards for K-6 Mathematics and Science instruction. They will develop an understanding of instructional strategies, activities, and materials that will enhance student learning in Math and Science. Emphasis will also be placed on integrating the subject areas across the curriculum. A practicum experience of thirty-five (35) hours is required with this course.