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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
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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