ECU 586 Integrated Curriculum in STEM and Science Education

This course introduces candidates to the integration of STEM with other content areas. The course emphasizes the organization of integrated instruction around a single theme, anchoring phenomenon, or essential understanding. Candidates will learn to recognize and leverage the overlaps among and between CCSS for ELA, NGSS science and engineering practices, NGSS cross-cutting concepts, and standards for mathematical practices. 

Credits

6

Prerequisite

Admission to the M.Ed. program.

Outcomes

1. This course will prepare students to:
2. Synthesize knowledge of STEM content by planning instruction that integrates other content areas.
3. Create thematic units that integrate STEM with other content areas.
4. Leverage overlaps among and between the Common Core State Standards for ELA, CCSS math practices, science and engineering practices, and cross-cutting concepts.
5. Demonstrate leadership in STEM and science education.
6. Evaluate and apply research and theory related to best practices in integrated instruction.
7. Demonstrate a commitment to equity and culturally responsive teaching in integrated instruction.