Course Descriptions

The Course Descriptions catalog describes all undergraduate and graduate courses offered by Michigan State University. The searches below only return course versions Fall 2000 and forward. Please refer to the Archived Course Descriptions for additional information.

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TE 861A  Teaching Science for Understanding

Semester:
Spring of every year
Credits:
Total Credits: 3   Lecture/Recitation/Discussion Hours: 3
Recommended Background:
A teaching certificate with concentration in science teaching at elementary or secondary level. Enrollees should be teaching or otherwise have access to a classroom for the practical components of this course.
Description:
Responses to contemporary over-emphasis on memorization and coverage of content knowledge in science teaching. Theoretical knowledge, techniques, and practical skills necessary to teach science for understanding.
Effective Dates:
SS04 - SS16


TE 861A  Teaching Science for Understanding

Semester:
Summer of every year
Credits:
Total Credits: 3   Lecture/Recitation/Discussion Hours: 3
Recommended Background:
A teaching certificate with concentration in science teaching at elementary or secondary level. Enrollees should be teaching or otherwise have access to a classroom for the practical components of this course.
Description:
Responses to contemporary over-emphasis on memorization and coverage of content knowledge in science teaching. Theoretical knowledge, techniques, and practical skills necessary to teach science for understanding.
Effective Dates:
US16 - Open