Secondary Education Biology - Converse College

Secondary Education Biology from Converse College is a Campus Master Teaching degree that prepares you for a Education career. PROGRAM DESCRIPTION The prospective teacher of biology at the secondary level (grades 9-12) must complete a major in biology. In addition to meeting major requirements, prospective teachers in biology must complete hours in professional education and psychology. The student takes the PRAXIS II examination before the completion of student teaching, which is arranged in area public schools. In addition to the Teacher Education Program Goals and Objectives, the secondary education program in biology is designed to help the prospective teacher reach the following specific goals and objectives. PROGRAM GOALS The goals of the secondary education program in biology at Converse are to: 1. provide a thorough course of study of human growth and development; 2. develop skills in appropriate pedagogy and classroom management; and 3. promote a broad knowledge of the history, theory, and professional practices that are related to secondary education . Converse students who complete a secondary education program in biology will be able to: 1. demonstrate their knowledge of the content in this field; 2. plan, implement and assess instruction in simulated settings and in real classroom settings; 3. organize and manage effectively a 9-12 grade placement in the public schools; and 4. demonstrate computer proficiency in instructional technology including the knowledge of skills, strategies, software and hardware to be used in classroom management and computer-assisted instruction. View more details on Converse College . Ask your questions and apply online for this program or find other related Teaching courses.