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The Graduate Study in Science Education offers Ph.D. students and Masters students an opportunity to gain practical experience in science teaching and research. The science educators at the College of Education are committed to helping students build programs of study connected to multiple scientific fields. Our programs include biological science, environmental education, developing science curriculum materials, physics, and science for social justice. Faculty work closely with students to tailor the program to their interests in order to develop the future science scholars and educators. |
BioKIDS: Kids’ Inquiry of Diverse Species
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Ph.D., Michigan State University
acb@msu.edu
Angela Calabrese Barton is a professor in teacher education. Her research is grounded in the intersections of teaching and learning science with an emphasis on equity and critical justice. Her work takes place within three interrelated strands: ...
While working as a high school biology teacher and Master’s student in South Korea, I came to have more questions about the issue of science teacher education and teacher learning. I decided to come to MSU to pursue my PhD because MSU has a nationally well-known teacher education program. Part of my decision was based on the high regard for MSU’s faculty members who have also produced high quality science education research. In retrospect, I am lucky to ...