Science Teaching (BS)

The Science Teaching Major leads to endorsements and licensure to teach secondary (grades 7-12) science content in Utah public schools.

• Program Prerequisite: Must meet the Teacher Education admission and licensure requirements (see Department of Teacher Education) to complete the program.
• Minor: Not required
• Grade Requirements: A grade of “C” or better in courses required for this major (a grade of “C-” is not acceptable).
• Credit Hour Requirements: A total of 120 credit hours are required for graduation; 49-59 are required in the core and emphasis of the major, in addition to the credits required by the Teacher Education program. A total of 40 upper division credit hours (in courses numbered 3000 and above) are required to fulfill University graduation requirements.
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Advisement

See the Center for Science & Mathematics Education (weber.edu/csme) for advising and program options.

Admission Requirements

Teaching majors must be admitted to the Teacher Education program to complete the major and earn teaching credentials.

Program Learning Outcomes

• General science integration: Students will synthesize ideas from multiple scientific fields, the nature of scientific knowledge, and scientific practice.
• Application of scientific knowledge: Students will develop in-depth knowledge in an emphasis area (biology, chemistry, earth science, or physics) and use it to analyze and interpret novel phenomena.
• Pedagogical content knowledge: Students will learn and apply theories of science learning that meet a wide array of student needs and settings.
• Science teaching methods: Students will create curriculum and assessments that match state science education standards.
• Demonstrated science teaching practice: Students will demonstrate effective instruction and assessment in a classroom setting.