BIO 115: Life Science for Elementary Teachers

In this course, students will learn basic scientific principles and methods, fundamentals of biochemistry, cells, genetics, and explore the evolution and ecology of biodiversity. The course will also explore a range of teaching methods and pedagogical resources relevant to elementary science education. This lecture and lab course meets MDE Science Standards for the Preparation of Teachers (PK-6), and is an introductory life science/biology course for students who plan to become elementary (PK-6) teachers. Biology non-majors who are not seeking an elementary education degree should take BIO 101. Biology majors should take BIO 161 and BIO 162. Level I Prerequisite: Academic Reading and Writing Levels of 6

Level I Prereq: Academic Reading and Writing Levels of 6

Class offerings by semester

	Winter	Summer	Fall
Even Years (2022, 2024, 2026)	Blended classes also available	Blended classes also available	Blended classes also available
Odd Years (2023, 2025, 2027)	Blended classes also available	Blended classes also available	Blended classes also available
Day Class (before 5 p.m.) Evening Class (after 5 p.m.) Online Class Revised: 3/30/23 Please refer to the course schedule to see the specific time and platform for which the course is offered.

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