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Teaching Science and Math
Description: This course examines how content and pedagogy work together to support a productive and responsive learning environment. It integrates theory and practice for secondary mathematics and science classrooms by emphasizing the interactions among teachers, students, and disciplinary ideas. The course considers how classroom structures and routines shape students' opportunities to participate, contribute, and develop understanding, with attention to creating conditions in which all learners can engage meaningfully and safely. Students should be prepared for practicum expectations. Practicum may occur throughout the semester during school hours. Students will need to have time in their schedule, outside of course time, to complete practicum expectations. Letter grade only.
Units: 3
Sections offered: Spring 2026 Fall 2026
Prerequisite: (TSM 201 and (TSM 301 or TSM 303W)) with grades of C or better
Teaching Science and Math
Term : Spring 2026
Catalog Year : 2025-2026
TSM 350 - Supervised Practicum Through Classroom Interactions
Description: This course examines how content and pedagogy work together to support a productive and responsive learning environment. It integrates theory and practice for secondary mathematics and science classrooms by emphasizing the interactions among teachers, students, and disciplinary ideas. The course considers how classroom structures and routines shape students' opportunities to participate, contribute, and develop understanding, with attention to creating conditions in which all learners can engage meaningfully and safely. Students should be prepared for practicum expectations. Practicum may occur throughout the semester during school hours. Students will need to have time in their schedule, outside of course time, to complete practicum expectations. Letter grade only.
Units: 3
Sections offered: Spring 2026 Fall 2026
Prerequisite: (TSM 201 and (TSM 301 or TSM 303W)) with grades of C or better