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About

The program in Science Education is designed primarily for teachers who wish to improve their science teaching skills or become leaders in the field of science education. It is appropriate for teachers at all levels (K-12) who wish to learn more about applying contemporary science teaching strategies in their schools.

The program is designed to provide classroom teachers with a sound background in current science education research, theory, standards, and practice. Emphasis is placed on utilization of inquiry strategies, manipulative activities, and science process skills as a basis for science instruction. Teachers completing this program will be prepared to: teach science in a self-contained setting, serve as science teachers for schools utilizing departmentalization, serve as science resource teachers at the school or district level, or pursue an advanced degree in science education.

Note: This program is not designed to lead to teacher licensure.

Admissions

Admission to the Graduate School at UCCS is required for this program. However, individual courses may be taken by unclassified students. To be admitted to the program one must provide:

• Official transcripts from all schools and colleges attended since high school (a minimum GPA of 2.75)
• Four reference recommendations
• Required Graduate School forms. Complete details and the necessary forms are provided in the Graduate Application Packet, available from the College of Education Office in Room 3023 and Room 3010 in Columbine Hall or online.

Program Requirements

The Science Education program requires a total of thirty semester hours of course work and completion of a research project as part of CURR 5090. A thesis option is available but not required.

Note: Students should consult with their program advisor to assure that courses selected are appropriate for credit in the Science Education program.

Courses

The Science Education program requires a total of thirty semester hours of course work and completion of a research project as part of CURR 5090. A thesis option is available but not required.

Course work hours required includes:

Science Education (12 - 18 credits)

Education (12 - 18 credits)

Includes core courses required by the Curriculum & Instruction degree:

Letters, Arts, and Sciences or Space Studies Courses (0 - 6 credits)

Note: Students should consult with their program advisor to assure that courses selected are appropriate for credit in the Science Education program.

Offerings

The Curriculum and Instruction Masters degree specializing in Science Education can be completed in only 30 hours. Schedules are designed to meet the needs of busy teachers.

Science Education courses are offered spring, summer, and fall terms. Students may work on course work throughout the year in courses offered by the UCCS College of Education.

During the Fall and Spring semesters, most courses are offered in the evening to accommodate the schedules of working teachers.