Center for Science and Mathematics Education

The objectives of the Center for Science and Mathematics Education are (1) to coordinate all programs in teacher education offered by the College of Arts and Sciences; (2) to provide, in cooperation with the School of Education, a curriculum in the sciences and science methods for prospective elementary school teachers; (3) to provide the Science and Mathematics Education (SME) methods course and student-teaching courses for prospective secondary teachers; (4) to coordinate offering courses in environmental sciences (ESC); (5) to provide programs leading to advanced degrees in science education; (6) to work with public schools in the development of curricula, professional development, science outreach and other activities designed to improve K-12 science instruction; and (7) to utilize educational technology as an effective delivery tool for professional development.

Curriculum and Programs

The Center for Science and Mathematics Education offers elementary and secondary science teaching courses designated in the catalog as Science and Mathematics Education (SME).