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ECE 2116 - Math and Science |
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Course Description This course
presents the process of introducing science and math concepts to young
children. It includes planning and
implementation of developmentally appropriate activities, and development of
methods and techniques of delivery.
Topics include: cognitive stages and developmental processes in math
and science; math and science activity planning; and development of math and
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Cognitive Stages and Developmental Processes in Math and Science |
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5 |
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Math and Science Activity Planning |
D. Lab |
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Development of Math and Science Materials |
P. Lab/O.B.I. |
0 |
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Credit |
5 |
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Prerequisite: |
ECE 1030 |
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Corequisite: |
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Competency |
After
completing this section, the student will be able to: |
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COGNITIVE STAGES AND DEVELOPMENTAL PROGRESSIONS IN MATH AND SCIENCE |
5 |
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Cognitive stages |
Identify stages of cognitive development in math and science. |
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Outline developmental progressions in the acquisition of math and
science concepts. |
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MATH AND SCIENCE
ACTIVITY PLANNING |
30 |
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Math activities |
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Science Activities |
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Describe the importance of using an inquiry approach to learning |
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Plan developmentally appropriate science activities |
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Integrated Curriculum |
Design units that integrate all areas of curriculum |
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Math activities |
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DEVELOPMENT OF
MATH AND SCIENCE MATERIALS |
15 |
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Math curriculum materials |
Plan and prepare materials for math experiences. |
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Science curriculum materials |
Plan and prepare materials for science experiences. |
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Suggested
Resources |
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Print |
Charlesworth, R., Lind, K. K. (2003). Math and Science for Young Children (4th ed.). Clifton Park, NY:Thomson Delmar Learning. |
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Dodge, D. T., Colker, L.J., and Heroman,
C. (2000) Creative Curriculum for Early Childhood: Connecting
Content, Teaching, and Learning (3rd ed.)Washington,
DC: Teaching Strategies. |
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Eklof, J. (2003). Animals in
the Classroom. Dallas, TX: Miss Jo Publications. |
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Martin, D.J.
(2001). Constructing early childhood science.
Clifton Park, NY: Thomson Delmar Learning. |
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National Research Council. (1996). National
Science Education Standards (NSES). Washington, DC: National
Academy Press. |
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Petrash, C. (1992). Earthways.
Mt. Rainier, MD: Gryphon House. |
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National
Council of Teachers of Mathematics, 1906 Association Dr., Dept. 1-CT, Reston,
VA 20191 http://www.nctm.org |
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Audubon
Magazine, National Audubon Society, 700 Broadway, |
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Burris, A. (2005). Understanding the Math You
Teach. Upper Saddle River, NJ 07458. |
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Oppenheim, C. (1993). Science Is Fun!
Maryland Heights, Missouri: CRACOM Corp. |
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AIMS—Activities Integrating Math and Science www.aimsedu.org. |
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For additional examples and more APA citation resources, we recommend
using the following link: http://library.osu.edu/sites/guides/apagd.html |
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Posted: 01/06/09