• NASC 5215: Technology for Mid-Level Math

  3.00 Credits

  University of Wyoming

  
  Covers the use of technology appropriate to middle-level mathematics teaching, such as microworlds, geographic information systems, spreadsheets, and other content appropriate technologies. Prerequisite: admission to the SMTC Program.
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• NASC 5225: Assessment MMA

  3.00 Credits

  University of Wyoming

  
  Middle-level Mathematics Initiative teacher participants examine, analyze, and implement a variety of assessments that are aligned with standards and instruction appropriate to the middle level math learner. Prerequisite: Current SMTC Masters student - MMA, MSC, or MST, or permission of the instructor or SMTC director; graduate standing.
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• NASC 5300: Classrm Assessment Middle Sci

  2.00 Credits

  University of Wyoming

  
  Deals with the design, construction, and testing of curriculum materials to bring the spirit of scientific inquiry to elementary school pupils. Research to be conducted in the Science and Mathematics Teaching Center.
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• NASC 5320: Plan B Research

  3.00 Credits

  University of Wyoming

  
  A course to give graduate students in education, or in service teacher, an in-depth view of the new materials for teaching science in elementary schools. Prerequisite: consent of instructor.
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• NASC 5400: Spatial Data Instruct Tech

  1.00 Credits

  University of Wyoming

  
  Teaching strategies appropriate for elementary/middle school students' conceptual level of development. Positive attitudes toward teaching children about the Earth, its physical environment and human/environment relationships will be promoted. The course content will be supported by the use of geospatial technologies, such as GPS and GIS. Prerequisites: Graduate Standing.
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• 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: Current SMTC Masters student - MMA, MSC, or MST, or permission of the instructor or SMTC director; graduate standing.
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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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