Curriculum & Instruction - Science Ed Concentration Requirements

C&I: Science Education Concentration

The Science Education Concentration is designed for certified teachers and other educators who are seeking further enrichment, expertise, and confidence in their science content understanding, new learning experiences to fuel their enthusiasm and passion for science and science teaching, and unique opportunities to experiment with, refine, and reflect upon new methodologies and practices to engage children in learning science. This concentration is ideal for those interested in enhancing their science teaching and learning skills, strengthening their knowledge of scientific content, deepening their understanding of science as a discipline of inquiry, expanding their palette of valuable resources, preparing for leadership positions in the field of science education, and realizing their professional vision of exemplary practice.

For a complete course outline for this program, please view the core requirements as well.

Concentration Coursework:

This coursework is appropriate for teachers interested in obtaining the State of Illinois middle school science endorsement; additional endorsement coursework may be required.