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Weiland, Ingrid S.; Morrison, Judith A. – Journal of Science Teacher Education, 2013
To examine the notion of environmental education (EE) as context for integrating the elementary curricula, we engaged in a multi-case study analysis (Yin 2009) of two preservice elementary science methods courses that utilized an experiential reflective approach--case one (University A) through a science content focus (i.e., sustainability) and…
Descriptors: Environmental Education, Science Instruction, Preservice Teacher Education, Methods Courses
Kisiel, James – Journal of Science Teacher Education, 2013
Informal science education institutions (ISEIs), such as museums, aquariums, and nature centers, offer more to teachers than just field trip destinations--they have the potential to provide ideas for pedagogy, as well as support deeper development of teachers' science knowledge. Although there is extensive literature related to teacher/museum…
Descriptors: Preservice Teachers, Elementary School Teachers, Preservice Teacher Education, Informal Education
Beyer, Carrie; Davis, Elizabeth A. – Journal of Science Teacher Education, 2009
Critiquing and adapting curriculum materials are essential teaching practices but challenging for many preservice teachers. This study explores the use of educative curriculum materials--materials intended to support both teacher and student learning--to help preservice elementary teachers develop their pedagogical design capacity for critiquing…
Descriptors: Curriculum Design, Teaching Methods, Lesson Plans, Preservice Teacher Education
Appleton, Ken – Journal of Science Teacher Education, 2008
Elementary teachers are typically hesitant to teach science. While a limited knowledge of science content is a reason for this, limited science pedagogical content knowledge (PCK) has emerged as another reason in recent research. This study constitutes two case studies of a professional development program for elementary teachers involving…
Descriptors: Mentors, Pedagogical Content Knowledge, Science Instruction, Elementary School Teachers