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Online Courses: MSU Master of Science in Science Education: Exploring Chemistry

Exploring Chemistry is a 3 credit course that provides an in depth discussion of critical concepts in chemistry. Chemical principles will be presented in the context of real-world issues including energy production (biofuels), chemistry of water, and polymers. Additional emphasis will be placed on the role of experimental sciences in teaching reading, writing, and logical thinking across multiple student backgrounds. Appropriate student laboratory designs will be addressed.
Exploring Chemistry is a 3 credit course that provides an in depth discussion of critical concepts in chemistry. Chemical principles will be presented in the context of real-world issues including energy production (biofuels), chemistry of water, and polymers. Additional emphasis will be placed on the role of experimental sciences in teaching reading, writing, and logical thinking across multiple student backgrounds. Appropriate student laboratory designs will be addressed.
Exploring Chemistry is a 3 credit course that provides an in depth discussion of critical concepts in chemistry. Chemical principles will be presented in the context of real-world issues including energy production (biofuels), chemistry of water, and polymers. Additional emphasis will be placed on the role of experimental sciences in teaching reading, writing, and logical thinking across multiple student backgrounds. Appropriate student laboratory designs will be addressed.

Online Courses: MSU Master of Science in Science Education: Exploring Biochemistry II: Metabolism

Exploring Biochemistry II: Metabolism is designed to serve as the second semester of a two-semester sequence of biochemical principles. The course will build on topics covered in CHMY 591 (Exploring Biochemistry I) such as carbohydrates, lipids, proteins and nucleic acids. The proposed course will investigate the metabolism of each of these biological molecules while exploring applications of these topics to a classroom setting. Tuition rates for MT residents: $266.50/credit.
Exploring Biochemistry II: Metabolism is designed to serve as the second semester of a two-semester sequence of biochemical principles. The course will build on topics covered in CHMY 591 (Exploring Biochemistry I) such as carbohydrates, lipids, proteins and nucleic acids. The proposed course will investigate the metabolism of each of these biological molecules while exploring applications of these topics to a classroom setting. Tuition rates for MT residents: $266.50/credit.
Exploring Biochemistry II: Metabolism is designed to serve as the second semester of a two-semester sequence of biochemical principles. The course will build on topics covered in CHMY 591 (Exploring Biochemistry I) such as carbohydrates, lipids, proteins and nucleic acids. The proposed course will investigate the metabolism of each of these biological molecules while exploring applications of these topics to a classroom setting. Tuition rates for MT residents: $266.50/credit.

Online Courses: MSU Master of Science in Science Education: Exploring Biochemistry

Exploring Biochemistry is a 3 credit course which considers the reactions of the principle biochemical molecules (carbohydrates, lipids, proteins, and nucleic acids) with additional emphasis on biomedical topics. The primary goal of this course is to promote critical thinking about important, current health issues and to examine the role of laboratory modules in teaching these concepts. General biochemistry principles will be presented to understand the diseases under review.
Exploring Biochemistry is a 3 credit course which considers the reactions of the principle biochemical molecules (carbohydrates, lipids, proteins, and nucleic acids) with additional emphasis on biomedical topics. The primary goal of this course is to promote critical thinking about important, current health issues and to examine the role of laboratory modules in teaching these concepts. General biochemistry principles will be presented to understand the diseases under review.
Exploring Biochemistry is a 3 credit course which considers the reactions of the principle biochemical molecules (carbohydrates, lipids, proteins, and nucleic acids) with additional emphasis on biomedical topics. The primary goal of this course is to promote critical thinking about important, current health issues and to examine the role of laboratory modules in teaching these concepts. General biochemistry principles will be presented to understand the diseases under review.

Online Courses: MSU Master of Science in Science Education: Chemistry of the Environment: Water, Air, Earth

Chemistry of the Environment is a 3 credit course designed to familiarize students with basic general science and chemistry concepts of the environment, including water, air and Earth - as well as to provide opportunities to enrich these chemistry concepts through applications and examples. Since this course will be building upon basic chemistry concepts, it is assumed that teachers taking this course have taken general chemistry at the undergraduate level, or the equivalent.
Chemistry of the Environment is a 3 credit course designed to familiarize students with basic general science and chemistry concepts of the environment, including water, air and Earth - as well as to provide opportunities to enrich these chemistry concepts through applications and examples. Since this course will be building upon basic chemistry concepts, it is assumed that teachers taking this course have taken general chemistry at the undergraduate level, or the equivalent.
Chemistry of the Environment is a 3 credit course designed to familiarize students with basic general science and chemistry concepts of the environment, including water, air and Earth - as well as to provide opportunities to enrich these chemistry concepts through applications and examples. Since this course will be building upon basic chemistry concepts, it is assumed that teachers taking this course have taken general chemistry at the undergraduate level, or the equivalent.

Online Courses: MSU Master of Science in Science Education: An Atoms-First Primer for AP/IB Chemistry Teachers

An Atoms-First Primer is a 3 credit course designed to introduce teachers of Advanced Placement (AP) or International Baccalaureate (IB) Chemistry courses to an Atoms-First pedagogy in the teaching of their courses. Students will be exposed to the Atoms First approach to teaching AP or IB Chemistry which emphasizes a pedagogy of building chemical foundations before moving onto more difficult topics. Students will finish by developing lesson plans using this pedagogy to teach AP or IB Chemistry at the high school level.
An Atoms-First Primer is a 3 credit course designed to introduce teachers of Advanced Placement (AP) or International Baccalaureate (IB) Chemistry courses to an Atoms-First pedagogy in the teaching of their courses. Students will be exposed to the Atoms First approach to teaching AP or IB Chemistry which emphasizes a pedagogy of building chemical foundations before moving onto more difficult topics. Students will finish by developing lesson plans using this pedagogy to teach AP or IB Chemistry at the high school level.
An Atoms-First Primer is a 3 credit course designed to introduce teachers of Advanced Placement (AP) or International Baccalaureate (IB) Chemistry courses to an Atoms-First pedagogy in the teaching of their courses. Students will be exposed to the Atoms First approach to teaching AP or IB Chemistry which emphasizes a pedagogy of building chemical foundations before moving onto more difficult topics. Students will finish by developing lesson plans using this pedagogy to teach AP or IB Chemistry at the high school level.

Online Courses: MSU Master of Science in Science Education: Anatomy and Physiology

Anatomy and Physiology is a 3 credit course designed for high school and post-secondary teachers of human anatomy and physiology with a solid foundation in A&P. This course provides an introduction to the use of case studies as an effective way to integrate problem based learning into the classroom. It is a methodology course designed for instructors who are already comfortable with fundamental physiological concepts. Students will review various physiological principles of the human body and then explore clinical applications of these principles via case studies.
Anatomy and Physiology is a 3 credit course designed for high school and post-secondary teachers of human anatomy and physiology with a solid foundation in A&P. This course provides an introduction to the use of case studies as an effective way to integrate problem based learning into the classroom. It is a methodology course designed for instructors who are already comfortable with fundamental physiological concepts. Students will review various physiological principles of the human body and then explore clinical applications of these principles via case studies.
Anatomy and Physiology is a 3 credit course designed for high school and post-secondary teachers of human anatomy and physiology with a solid foundation in A&P. This course provides an introduction to the use of case studies as an effective way to integrate problem based learning into the classroom. It is a methodology course designed for instructors who are already comfortable with fundamental physiological concepts. Students will review various physiological principles of the human body and then explore clinical applications of these principles via case studies.

Online Courses: MSU Master of Science in Science Education: Ecology and Conservation of the World’s Marine Ecosystems

Ecology and Conservation of the World’s Marine Ecosystems is a 3 credit course designed for students to gain a broad understanding of structure and function of the world's marine ecosystems and a broad knowledge of the major conservation issues in the oceans including climate change, overfishing, coral reef loss, and ocean acidification. The course will integrate in-depth study of each of the major marine ecosystems with reading and discussion of major conservation issues. Tuition rates for MT residents: $266.50/credit. For more information visit the web site at: http://www.montana.edu/msse/
Ecology and Conservation of the World’s Marine Ecosystems is a 3 credit course designed for students to gain a broad understanding of structure and function of the world's marine ecosystems and a broad knowledge of the major conservation issues in the oceans including climate change, overfishing, coral reef loss, and ocean acidification. The course will integrate in-depth study of each of the major marine ecosystems with reading and discussion of major conservation issues. Tuition rates for MT residents: $266.50/credit. For more information visit the web site at: http://www.montana.edu/msse/
Ecology and Conservation of the World’s Marine Ecosystems is a 3 credit course designed for students to gain a broad understanding of structure and function of the world's marine ecosystems and a broad knowledge of the major conservation issues in the oceans including climate change, overfishing, coral reef loss, and ocean acidification. The course will integrate in-depth study of each of the major marine ecosystems with reading and discussion of major conservation issues. Tuition rates for MT residents: $266.50/credit. For more information visit the web site at: http://www.montana.edu/msse/

Online Courses: MSU Master of Science in Science Education: Biology of Riparian Zones and Wetlands

Biology of Riparian Zones and Wetlands is a 2 credit course that explores the structure and functions of riparian zones and wetland areas transitional between dry and aquatic communities, and their importance in the natural world. Tuition rates for MT residents: $266.50/credit. For more information visit the web site at: http://www.montana.edu/msse/
Biology of Riparian Zones and Wetlands is a 2 credit course that explores the structure and functions of riparian zones and wetland areas transitional between dry and aquatic communities, and their importance in the natural world. Tuition rates for MT residents: $266.50/credit. For more information visit the web site at: http://www.montana.edu/msse/
Biology of Riparian Zones and Wetlands is a 2 credit course that explores the structure and functions of riparian zones and wetland areas transitional between dry and aquatic communities, and their importance in the natural world. Tuition rates for MT residents: $266.50/credit. For more information visit the web site at: http://www.montana.edu/msse/

Online Courses: MSU Master of Science in Science Education: Terrestrial Ecology of Plains and Prairies

Terrestrial Ecology of Plains and Prairies is a 1 credit graduate course that investigates the unique properties of grasslands and how land use changes community composition. This course will take a closer look at one or two grass communities near your home or school to include the following components: Placed-based science, Botany, Identification, Ethnobotanical Research, and Scientific Inquiry. Tuition rates for MT residents: $266.50/credit. For more information visit the web site at: http://www.montana.edu/msse/
Terrestrial Ecology of Plains and Prairies is a 1 credit graduate course that investigates the unique properties of grasslands and how land use changes community composition. This course will take a closer look at one or two grass communities near your home or school to include the following components: Placed-based science, Botany, Identification, Ethnobotanical Research, and Scientific Inquiry. Tuition rates for MT residents: $266.50/credit. For more information visit the web site at: http://www.montana.edu/msse/
Terrestrial Ecology of Plains and Prairies is a 1 credit graduate course that investigates the unique properties of grasslands and how land use changes community composition. This course will take a closer look at one or two grass communities near your home or school to include the following components: Placed-based science, Botany, Identification, Ethnobotanical Research, and Scientific Inquiry. Tuition rates for MT residents: $266.50/credit. For more information visit the web site at: http://www.montana.edu/msse/
 

Scaffolding science skills

By Mary Bigelow

Posted on 2017-02-25

Some of my students have little experience in lab investigations. My colleague suggested I “scaffold” my instruction to help them develop lab skills, but I’m not sure what that would look like.  —C., Virginia

“Scaffolding” refers to guiding strategies designed to help students develop greater understanding of concepts and skills to become more independent learners.

Think of when you were learning to ride a bicycle. Someone first walked along with you, holding onto the seat as you pedaled. Your instructor probably gave you advice and encouragement, then let go for a few seconds until you started to wobble. Eventually you were ready to go on your own, and your instructor kept a watchful eye on you for a while.

One strategy to scaffold your students’ skill learning is with an I do->we do->you do progression:

  • focused demonstrations of the skills, connecting them to what students already know
  • guided practice in a variety of contexts with teacher monitoring and feedback
  • opportunities for students to choose and use the skills independently (even if they make a few mistakes)

I observed an Earth science teacher scaffolding with a “think-aloud” as she demonstrated how to create graphs from a data table. This was a not a “how-to” lecture. She reminded herself of the graph’s purpose and the steps of the process, asked herself questions as she worked, and deliberately made some mistakes (correcting them in real time). It was as if the students could peek inside her mind as she worked through the process. When she paused in her thinking, the students volunteered their own suggestions. In the second part of the lesson, students worked in groups to make graphs as she monitored each group, offering suggestions and feedback.

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Some of my students have little experience in lab investigations. My colleague suggested I “scaffold” my instruction to help them develop lab skills, but I’m not sure what that would look like.  —C., Virginia

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