Course Pedagogy
lBoth the NCTM Principles and Standards and the National Science Standards advocate methods of instruction that draw on student
prior knowledge to build conceptual bridges
to the powerful ideas in mathematics and science.
lThe context for this is usually in problem solving and field and laboratory investigations, where students work cooperatively to explore and communicate their thoughts and discoveries.
lOur courses will focus on these activities and skills for
the majority of class time, and
assessments will also vary so as to include
individual journals, group presentations, field trips, lab work, class projects, and final reports and presentations.