为什么要研究科学教育的研究与实践
M.A.Ed. in Science Education Research and Practice is well-suited for the highly-motivated
student interested in various roles on research projects and in implementing novel
指令al strategies in classroom and/or non-formal educational settings.
The scientific enterprise, after rigorous testing and peer-review, provides many answers
and solutions but is always characterized by some level of uncertainty and emergent
问题. Likewise, research into the efficacy of STEM 指令 and/or socioscientific
教育政策可以产生可操作的结果. 在大多数情况下，
然而，产生了更多的问题，需要继续研究.
The intersection between “what is known” and “what is yet to be learned” marks the
point where one transitions from merely a consumer of information to an active contributor
为了社会的集体理解. 到达这个自我意识的关键时刻
is where you know you will be ready for work on an advanced degree in science education.
Given the increasing importance of science fields in all aspects of society and the national shortage of quality science teachers and leaders, a master’s degree focused on science education research and pedagogy you’re your 职业生涯 a meaningful boost. The average salary increases for those obtaining a master’s degree is about 20% above 只有学士学位者. 这会增加你生命中的化合物 职业生涯. The demand for effective teachers of science across all grade levels is expected 增加:将来增加. 成为科学教育研究和实践的领导者 will position graduates for important roles in cultivating proper 技能 and scientific 新一代教师的心态. 在传统的教育环境之外， graduates may contribute to essential policy decisions for increasing scientific literacy 在公民中.
- 获得硕士学位的其他好处和可能性.A.Ed. 在科学教育方面:
- 通过有吸引力的活动来提高你的科学知识
- Become proficient in research-based, best pedagogical practices for inquiry science
- Learn to integrate the disciplines for a richer, more effective student experience
- Develop 技能 to become a leader in science education at your school
- Create a niche in science education policy at the local, state, and/or national levels
- Springboard into a doctoral program to continue your research and teaching interests
科学教育研究 & 实践学位集中由教师授课 who have vast experience as K-12 science classroom teachers, advanced degrees in both the science disciplines and educational strategies, experience in designing and conducting research on issues in science education, and who have been recognized by a variety 外部实体作为该领域的领导者和创新者. 教职员工带来了独特的 levels of expertise and practical insights into the classroom, exposing students to real-world, science-related problems to be explored by candidates in the same way 较年轻的学生将在调查中得到便利. 教育特色 Department in the 埃里克森教育学院 at 365bet is a cooperative community of educators and researchers who are equipped and willing to serve on committees to 引导学生完成研究和写作过程.
Unique professional relationships among College of Education faculty and College of STEM faculty provide students with a wealth of resources and opportunities in both 科学学科与教学实践. “短期合作研究” 在科学 & Socioscientific Education” offers networking opportunities among students across different layers of research interests at 365bet as well as other academic institutions. The available range of experiences for both science education practice and research helps students deepen their understanding of the historical trajectory and current 现场挑战. The potential for richer contributions emerges as the connections 其中学术工作加强.
招生要求
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我能学到什么?
Throughout the course of their studies, candidates in the Science Education Research & Practice concentration of the Master of Arts in Education – Curriculum & 指令 学位将面临以下挑战:
- articulate how students learn and develop knowledge of science and scientific process 技能.
- express, in written and oral formats, the knowledge of best practices of modern science 指令.
- develop inquiry- and problem-based lesson plans in appropriate settings, consistent with safety guidelines, that are aligned with state standards and national frameworks 对科学. Plans will be designed to engage diverse students in activities that address the nature of science, inquiry, and interactions between science and society.
- construct performance-based assessment strategies to equitably measure progress toward achievement of learning targets in the science classroom and use data-driven approaches 根据评估和学生反馈修改教学.
- demonstrate proficiencies in conducting and presenting original research on relevant 科学教育中的问题.
课程计划样本
Curriculum and 指令: Science Education Research and Practice, MAED
专业执照披露
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