An advanced course for classroom teachers that focuses on implementation of instructional strategies and assessments for teaching elementary science. A review of contemporary research in teaching and learning science will be closely related to classroom instruction. Specific focus will be given to technology integration, assessment, and addressing the needs of diverse student populations.
A survey of constructivism, cognitive science, and sociological and anthropological perspectives as fundamental theories for mathematical learning, and an overview of research context where these theories guide inquiries.
The identification and cultural requirements of herbaceous plants. A designated number of annuals, perennials, comercial cut flowers, flowering pot plants, bulbs, and foliage plants readily available in the fall will be covered. Lecture, three hours; laboratory, two hours per week for one-half semester.
This course is designed to allow the student to select an area of special interest for focus and investigation. The course work is designed to allow acquisition of knowledge and skill at an advanced level. Students will choose one specialty area out of a selection of elective topics for their in-depth study. Topics for advanced electives may vary each year based on student interest and faculty expertise.
The development of a knowledge based framework for understanding, preventing and intervening in family violence as seen in child, spouse and elder abuse.
Investigation of motor development, control, and learning and teaching strategies in pediatrics. In dpeth analysis of movement for specific function tasks and motor dysfunction with identification of both primary and secondary designated problem areas in children with neuro-developmental concerns.
The identification and cultural requirements of herbaceous plants. A designated number of annuals, perennials, commercial cut flowers, flowering pot plants, bulbs, and foliage plants readily available in the spring will be covered. Lecture, three hours; laboratory, two hours per week for one-half semester.
A detailed study of the principles of the care and management of commercial plantings of deciduous fruits (both small and tree). Lecture, two hours; laboratory, two hours per week.
A study of the physiological basis of growth and development of horticultural crops, with an emphasis on topics specific to horticultural crop management. Lecture, two hours; laboratory, two hours per week.
This course, offered jointly between the Department of Agronomy and the T.H.Morgan School of Biological Sciences, is intended to convey fundamental insights into how higher plants as experimental systems have provided a sound understanding of important areas of current biological and biochemical thought. A laboratory component is included to supplement the lecture materials. Lecture, three hours; lab, two hours per week.
