Graduate Programs - Applied Science Education

Graduate Course Offerings

Last modified October 18, 2006.

ED5700 Science Education Research - ONLINE
2 credits, Fall Semester
In-depth study of education research methods pertaining to classroom practice, curriculum standards, and program evaluation.  Course will include an opportunity to design research to answer questions relevant to classroom teaching and learning.  

ED5730 Science Learning Materials, Inquiry, and Assessment - ONLINE
2 credits, Spring Semester
Examination of learning materials that enable inquiry-based learning as prescribed by National Science Education Standards.  Assessment techniques to measure this type of learning will be considered.  

ED5740 Connecting Michigan Science Benchmarks and Research - ONLINE
2 credits, Fall Semester
Current research and classroom practice will be examined using the Michigan Mathematics and Science Benchmarks.  The objective is to further understanding of how goals can promote higher levels of learning.

ENG5100 The Engineering Process
4 credits
This course is intended to introduce engineering to pre-college teachers by providing them with meaningful experiences that they can bring back to their classrooms.  The engineering process (as opposed to the scientific process) will be outlined as will some of the "non-technical" aspects important in engineering.  Students will be required to complete a design project that meets certain criteria.  During the fall semester after participation in the summer course, students will also be required to write a paper demonstrating how they implemented what they have learned in their pre-college classrooms.
June 18-22, 2007 - the second half of this course will be offered as ENG5102 "Introduction to Engineering for Educators II" (2 credits).

ENG5200 Engineering Applications in the Physical Sciences
4 credits
Students will complete hands-on explorations in engineering disciplines related to the physical sciences (Electrical, Mechanical, Metallurgical, Civil, Biomedical, Computer, and Chemical Engineering disciplines).  Students will explore how math and science are applied in these  disciplines and will work on projects suitable for inclusion in their pre-college classes.  Review of math and science principles will be included as necessary to complete the course material.  Sessions will also be conducted on the state and national science and math education standards as they apply to the physical sciences.  During the fall semester after participation in the summer course, students will be required to write a paper demonstrating how they have implemented what they have learned in their pre-college classrooms.
Offered July 16-27, 2007.

ENG5300 Engineering Applications in the Earth Sciences
4 credits
Students will complete hands-on explorations in engineering disciplines related to the earth sciences (Geological, Mining, Mineral Processing, Environmental, Aerospace, and Civil Engineering disciplines).  Students will explore how math and science are applied in these disciplines and will work on projects suitable for inclusion in their pre-college classes.  Review of math and science principles will be included as necessary to complete the course material.  Sessions will also be conducted on the state and national science and math education standards as they apply to the earth sciences.  During the fall semester after participation in the summer course, students will be required to write a paper demonstrating how they have implemented what they have learned in their pre-college classrooms.  Prerequisite:  ENG5100.
July 9-13, 2007 - the first half of this course will be offered as ENG5301 "Engineering for Earth Science Education" (2 credits).
June 25-29, 2007 - the second half of this course will be offered as ENG5302 "Engineering in Earth Science" (2 credits).

ENG5900 Engineering Internship for Educators
Up to 6 credits
Students will work in an industry or research internship, typically in a work setting close to home. Students should work with their education advisor to identify an internship which emphasizes the application of engineering and science principles in a real-world setting. Internships can be arranged with government agencies, industries, or university scientists or engineers. The internship should provide inspiration and ideas for the classroom. Prior to enrolling, students should submit a prospectus that identifies the purpose of the internship, proposed activities, and timeline. it should also identify how the internship is expected to relate to the final Graduate Research Report.

ED5900 Graduate Research in Education
2 credits
Prior to enrolling, the student must submit to the advisor for approval a prospectus that clearly communicates the plan for the report. The purpose of the prospectus is to describe what the student will accomplish in the report and how that will be done. Students will conduct a research project/report as a capstone to an approved plan of study.  The student should present a project plan to their education advisor for approval, conduct whatever work is necessary for the project, prepare a final report at the conclusion of the project, and defend the project/report in an oral presentation.