• NASC 5510: Integrated Instrctnl Strat MSC

  2.00 Credits

  University of Wyoming

  
  Appropriate instructional strategies are discussed and modeled for aligning standards, expectations, and experiences in an integrated science environment. Attention is given to unique characteristics of each strategy, including a review of research on the effectiveness of each strategy on student achievement and attitudes. Prerequisite: graduate standing and teaching certification in elementary, middle school or general science; or graduate standing and concurrent enrollment in a program leading to teacher certification in elementary, middle school or general science education.
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• NASC 5600: Math & Stat Sci Tch MSC

  2.00 Credits

  University of Wyoming

  
  Provides science teachers with the knowledge and experience necessary to help students use statistics in the scientific process. Activities emphasize a hands-on inductive approach closely related to the school science curriculum. Important statistical ideas and methods are studied as they arise naturally in the biological, physical, and earth sciences. Prerequisite: graduate standing and teaching certification in elementary, middle school or general science; or, graduate standing and concurrent enrollment in a program leading to teacher certification in elementary, middle school or general science education.
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• NASC 5610: Fld Studies: Env Ed

  4.00 Credits

  University of Wyoming

  
  Expands student's knowledge of ecological and physiological animal and plant adaptations to environmental conditions, the use of teaching methods and tools of naturalists, the range of resources available for designing and evaluating curriculum, and promotes an appreciation and understanding of the diversity of environments. Contains 4 modules. Prerequisite: graduate standing; must be accepted into the Teton Science School Program and matriculating at the TSS site.
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• NASC 5620: Fld Eco Course Des

  5.00 Credits

  University of Wyoming

  
  Addresses designing field ecology courses that include research, outdoor leadership, and natural history components. Opportunities are provided to gain deeper understanding of key natural history and ecology concepts of the bioregion; practical strategies for teaching these concepts in field programs; and to formally present student work. Prerequisite: graduate standing; must be accepted into the Teton Science School Program and matriculating at the TSS site.
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• NASC 5625: Place-Based Education-TSS

  3.00 Credits

  University of Wyoming

  
  Introduces graduate students at Teton Science Schools to the theory and practice of place-based education. The design of the course exposes students to the historical, political, and eco-social underpinnings of place-based education while supporting students in developing thoughtful place-based pedagogies. Prerequisite: graduate student status.
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• NASC 5630: Teaching Practicum-TSS

  2.00 - 4.00 Credits

  University of Wyoming

  
  To improve teaching methods and techniques and expand professional skills. Integrates the foundation of Teton Science Schools, applies coursework content understanding and develops leadership. The course is intended to challenge previously held instructional beliefs and nurture an evolving set of skills and instructional identity. Not equivalent to EDSE 4500 or EDCI 5990 or EDEL 4500.Prerequisite: Current enrollment at Teton Science School.
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• NASC 5640: Intro to Fld Science Teaching

  3.00 Credits

  University of Wyoming

  
  Designed to introduce graduate students at Teton Science Schools' to the field of environmental education andinstructional concepts for teaching environmental science in the outdoors. Learn field science content, principals of connecting to place, teaching techniques, and learning theories related to environmental education and field science teaching. Prerequisite: Current enrollment at Teton Science School.
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• NASC 5650: Placed-Based Learning

  3.00 Credits

  University of Wyoming

  
  Place-based learning will be explored and related to cognitive development, assessment, and education for a democracy. The focus in on science and mathematics and how to use "place" to provide meaningful learning experiences for students while making contributions to the community. Students develop a local place-based project. Prerequisites: none.
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• NASC 5660: Stand, Pedagogy and Research

  2.00 Credits

  University of Wyoming

  
  This course is designed to provide Master of Science in Natural Science students with background in three areas: current science standards, pedagogical practices, and the understanding of various types of educational research as well as some of the practices related to conducting their own research projects. Prerequisites: Masters of Natural Science - MMA, MSC, or NED who have completed at least one year of coursework, or permission of the Instructor or SMTC director. Graduate Standing.
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• NASC 5670: Research Methodology

  4.00 Credits

  University of Wyoming

  
  This course provides foundational information on asking appropriate questions, researching (including IRB), writing, formatting, and defending a Plan B project. At the end of the semester students will have a committee, a preliminary draft, and present their research. Spring semester will be used to complete projects with committee members. Prerequisites: Masters of Natural Science - MMA, MSC, or NED who have completed at least one year of coursework, or permission of the Instructor or SMTC director. Graduate Standing.
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