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SED 676  is designed in accordance with the Michael D. Eisner College of Education Conceptual Framework and the principles of Computer Supported Collaborative Science to provide opportunities for teachers to develop a wide variety of innovative and engaging science laboratory activities that include various elements of CSCS (pooled data analysis, continuous formative assessment, collaborative resource development).

 Teachers develop laboratory activities designed to engage students in the those practices and habits of mind described in the Next Generation Science Standards (NGSS), such as asking questions and defining problems, developing and using models, planning and carrying out investigations, analyzing and interpreting data, using mathematics and computational thinking, constructing explanations and designing solutions, engaging in argument from evidence, and obtaining, evaluating, and communicating information. 

This course fosters the development of Technological Pedagogical Content Knowledge (TPCK) so that master's candidates are better prepared to provide leadership in the use of relevant technologies to engage and enhance science learning.  This class is conducted is based upon research,  and is conducted in a seminar style in which students present the resources they have developed, as well as observe and critique the resources developed by their colleagues.  Participation is essential, and if a student must miss class time, they need to watch and comment on the recordings as specified by the instructor. 

Books

Herr, N. (2008). The Sourcebook for Teaching Science – Strategies, Activities, and Instructional Resources. San Francisco. John Wiley. 584 pages. 

Herr, N. & Cunningham, J. (1999). Hands-On Chemistry Activities with Real-Life Applications. West Nyack, New York, Jossey-Bass (Prentice-Hall). 638 pages. 

Cunningham, J. & Herr, N. (1994).  Hands-On Physics Activities with Real-Life Applications. West Nyack, New York, Jossey-Bass (Simon & Schuster), 670 pages.