Bill Robertson, Ph.D. - Classes
Teacher Education Department

UTEP Classes

In this area, I will post links to resources and materials associated with the classes I teach at UTEP. Although the course listings may change from semester to semester, the archive of course materials will remain as links on this page. As with all course materials, there will constant revisions based on an evaluation of best practices, student feedback, and the formation of new directions and ideas within the College of Education Curriculum offerings.

ECED/BED 4311 - Teaching Science in Primary Grades

This course will explore the methods and materials needed for teaching science in K-3. The emphasis of the class will be placed upon inquiry and standards-based teaching and learning. This includes the utilization of computer applications and field experiences.

MSED 4311 - Teaching Science in Intermediate and Middle Grades

This course will explore the methods and materials needed for teaching science in fourth through eighth grade. The emphasis of the class will be placed upon inquiry and standards-based teaching and learning. This includes the utilization of computer applications and field experiences.

SCED 3311 - Curriculum Planning in the Secondary School

This course is designed for the prospective secondary teacher and it is based on the conceptual framework of the College of Education. It is the purpose of this class for the student to locate themselves within the educational context of teaching and learning.

SIED 5323 - Societal Context of Science Education

Societal Context of Science Education develops and applies understanding of field, community, and cultural resources and develops family and community partnerships in a relevant science context. Students develop a learning unit based on instructional models such as the learning cycle lesson design and the 5-E model. Societal Context of Science Education explores historical perspectives of science and the role of science in societal decisions. The class includes research-based principles in science learning and technology integration.

EDT 5373 - Advanced Productivity Technology Classroom

This class focuses on curriculum strategies that utilize word processing, presentation programs, and spreadsheets for the EC-12 classroom; development and use of databases; extended web page creation integrating graphics, web-page scripts, and file transfer; creation and implementation of online collaborative projects; continued portfolio development and peer mentoring experiences .

TED 5314 - Current Topics Science Education

Current Topics In Science Education provides an opportunity to develop competencies necessary to deal effectively with science instruction; includes curriculum, concepts, teaching strategies, and skills necessary to integrate content and teaching strategies. The class utilizes a Problem-based learning (PBL) approach to curriculum development and delivery.

TED 5314 - Concept-Based Science Education

Concept-Based Science Education develops and applies understanding of field, community, and cultural resources and develops family and community partnerships in a relevant science context. Students develop a learning unit based on instructional models such as the learning cycle lesson design and the 5-E model. Concept-Based Science Education explores historical perspectives of science and the role of science in societal decisions. The class includes research-based principles in science learning and technology integration.

TED 5319 - Educational Web Site Design and Development

This course will explore Educational Web Site design and development. Students will develop a functional Web site that integrates content and graphics into a variety of Web interface strategies. The Phases of Educational Web Site Design and Development are centralized in five basic areas; planning, research, development, refinement and implementation. These five areas work as organizational frameworks for instruction and learning, Web site development and implementation, student progress and presentation. The scope and sequence of the content area matches the phases and allows for the integration of software tools for concept mapping, word processing, Web browsing, HTML code editing and file transferring.

TED 6396 – Doctoral Seminar in Teaching, Learning and Culture

This course will provide an orientation for students into the Teaching, Learning and Culture (TLC) Doctoral Program and academia in general. It is designed to assist the students’ successful completion of the doctoral program and for them to be better positioned for careers in the professoriate. To do so, a number of relevant topics and areas will be explored in the course. The course is organized as a seminar with readings, discussions and guest presenters that focus on the resources, opportunities, and challenges that may shape students’ experiences in the doctoral program and in their academic careers.

 
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