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Summer 2012
Dec 26, 2024 |
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| STEM 962 - A World Connected: Interdependence and Systems in Science |
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An exploration of how the living world is connected to its physical surroundings. This course takes an integrated approach to the scientific study of Earth and its inhabitants. Students examine dynamic systems ranging from single cells to organisms and ecosystems and explore how life is both constrained by and dependent upon the chemical and physical environment. Science content, based on the MA Curriculum Frameworks, is integrated with pedagogy so students not only learn about science topics but also ways they can include these topics in their own classrooms. Emphasis is be placed on addressing and correcting common misconceptions. Organizing themes for this course include: Earth systems and evolution of life, the flow of energy, and physics of the senses.
1.000 Credit hours Levels: Graduate, Non-Matriculated Schedule Types: Independent/Directed Study, Lecture Division of Graduate & Cont Ed Division Education Department Course Attributes: Graduate Level Course Restrictions: May not be enrolled in one of the following Levels: Undergraduate Prerequisites: PREREQ for STEM 962 General Requirements: ( Course or Test: EDUC 999 May not be taken concurrently. and Course or Test: STEM 932 May not be taken concurrently. and Course or Test: STEM 945 May not be taken concurrently. and Course or Test: STEM 959 May not be taken concurrently. ) |
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