The College of Natural Sciences & Mathematics (Sample)
GRADUATE PROGRAMS
Master of Arts in Teaching Science (MAT-S)
The primary objectives of the Master of Arts in Teaching Science are to provide advanced course work in science curriculum designs appropriate to the professional responsibilities of science educators; to provide research and seminar opportunities in contemporary issues in science education; and to enable teachers to become more proficient in science disciplines appropriate to their academic teaching assignments. A secondary track and an elementary track are available.
UNDERGRADUATE PROGRAMS
The Minor in Natural Sciences
By completing the minor, the future teacher gains additional preparation in several science areas while learning about the most important concepts and problems in the sciences. The program includes 20 units of lower and upper division courses from the disciplines of chemistry and biochemistry, biological sciences, geological sciences, and physics.
Science Coursework for Elementary Teachers
is designed to deepen the skills and knowledge of future K-8 teachers in the areas of scientific content, scientific processes, and investigation and experimentation in the physical sciences (GEOL 410 Physical Science/Earth Systems and GEOL 420 Earth Science for Science Teachers) and the biological sciences (BIOL 453 Life Science Concepts).
Introductory Subject Matter Authorization: Science
is an additional authorization that may be added to an existing credential. It authorizes the credential holder to teach introductory courses in science, K-9th grades. 32 semester or 48 quarter hours of non-remedial collegiate coursework in science is required, including a minimum of six semester or eight quarter hours in each of four content areas.
