PHYS 112 - Physical and Earth Science for Elementary School Teachers (4). F and S, Core. This course uses a hands-on approach in surveying topics in chemistry, earth science, and physics that are relevant for teaching in elementary school. The course is designed to give prospective teachers background knowledge and experiences that will help them to teach inquiry-based science effectively. Topics covered include scientific models, climate and weather, convection, observational astronomy, the particulate nature of matter, energy, electricity and magnetism, and the development of evidence in scientific investigations.

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