Science Education Major (M)
The Science Education major consists of a combination of the Natural Sciences major from the School of Arts and Sciences along with a Secondary Education major. Completers of this program will be licensed to teach all areas of science in grades 4 to 12. Students can select from three different emphases - Biology, Chemistry, or Physics.
Program Learning Outcomes
- Pupil Development. The teacher understands how pupils grow and develop, recognizing that patterns of learning and development vary individually within and across the cognitive, linguistic, social, emotional, and physical areas. The teacher designs and implements developmentally appropriate and challenging learning experiences for pupils.
- Learning Differences. The teacher uses his or her understanding of individual pupil differences and diverse cultures and communities to ensure inclusive learning environments that enable each pupil to meet high standards.
- Learning Environments. The teacher works with others to create environments that support individual and collaborative learning, and that encourage positive social interaction, active engagement in learning, and self-motivation.
- Content Knowledge. The teacher understands the central concepts, tools of inquiry, and structures of each discipline he or she teaches. The teacher creates learning experiences that make the discipline accessible and meaningful for pupils to assure mastery of the content.
- Application of Content. The teacher understands how to connect concepts and use differing perspectives to engage pupils in critical thinking, creativity, and collaborative problem solving related to authentic local and global issues.
- Assessment. The teacher understands and uses multiple methods of assessment to engage pupils in their own growth, to monitor pupil progress, and to guide the teacher’s and pupil’s decision making.
- Planning for Instruction. The teacher plans instruction that supports every pupil in meeting rigorous learning goals by drawing upon knowledge of content areas, curriculum, cross-disciplinary skills, pedagogy, pupils, and pupils’ communities.
- Instructional Strategies. The teacher understands and uses a variety of instructional strategies to encourage pupils to develop a deep understanding of content areas and their connections, and to develop skills to apply knowledge in a meaningful way.
- Professional Learning and Ethical Practice. The teacher engages in ongoing professional learning. The teacher uses evidence to continuously evaluate the teacher’s practice, including the effects of the teacher’s choices and actions on pupils, their families, other educators, and the community. The teacher adapts the teacher’s practice to meet the needs of each pupil.
- Leadership and Collaboration. The teacher seeks appropriate leadership roles and opportunity in order to take responsibility for pupil learning, to collaborate with pupils, their families, educators, and the community, and to advance the profession.
- CUW Faith Standard: Educators model Christian servant leadership by demonstrating consistent moral and ethical behavior, inspiring others by example in their personal, professional, and community lives. In Christian schools, teachers integrate faith and learning, embodying a biblical worldview while fostering a value system that emphasizes character, mission, and service. Teacher candidates seeking the Lutheran Teacher Diploma adhere to the doctrine and practice of the Lutheran Church-Missouri Synod.
NOTE: All licensable majors and minors require that students pass applicable content examinations for licensure in the state of Wisconsin.
| Code | Title | Hours |
|---|---|---|
| Core Requirements | 45 - 48 | |
| Secondary Curriculum | 31 - 37 | |
| Major Subject Area | 53 | |
| Total Hours | 129-138 | |
NOTE: Check with the Chair of the Secondary Education Department for possible changes in this major.
Core Curriculum - 45-48 Credits
| Code | Title | Hours |
|---|---|---|
| Theology - Public Education | ||
| REL 1000 | The Bible | 3 |
| REL 1100 | Christian Faith | 3 |
| Theology - Lutheran (LTD) & Christian (CTC) | ||
| REL 2020 | New Testament | 3 |
| REL 2010 | Old Testament | 3 |
| REL 2030 | Biblical Theology | 3 |
| Code | Title | Hours |
|---|---|---|
| CCE 1010 | Christian Citizen | 3 |
| CCE 1020 | Western Culture & Worldview | 3 |
| CCE 1030 | Western Thought & Worldview | 3 |
| CCE 1040 | Science & Humanity | 3 |
| Liberal Arts Dimensions | ||
| ENG 1040 | Introduction to Writing | 3 |
| COMM 1100 | Public Speaking (OR a language course) | 3 |
| or COMM 2100 | Interpersonal Communication | |
| Faith and Life Elective: Any course with REL prefix other than REL 1000, 1100, 2010, 2020, 2030 | 3 | |
| ED 1102 | Foundations of Education | 3 |
| HHP 1100 | Stewardship of the Body | 1 |
| HHP Activity Course | 1 | |
| Human Creativity and Expression: Art, Music, Theater, Literature or Graphic Design activity course | 3 | |
| MATH 1280 | College Algebra | 3 |
| or MATH 2050 | Statistics I | |
| BIO 1401 | General Biology I | 4 |
| ED 1103 | Human Relations for Teachers | 3 |
| Note: Two CUW - approved writing intensive courses are required for graduation. Other Electives if under 120 credits: | 3-6 | |
SECONDARY CURRICULUM - 31 - 37 credits
| Code | Title | Hours |
|---|---|---|
| Education Seminars (seminars are graded as pass/fail) | ||
| ED 1000 | Orientation Seminar | 0 |
| ED 2000 | UDS Seminar | 0 |
| ED 3000 | Student Teaching Seminar | 0 |
| Theoretical & Practical Components | ||
| ED 1230 | Nature of the Exceptional Child | 3 |
| ED 1275 | Human Learning | 3 |
| ED 3318 | The Art & Science of Planning 2 | 3 |
| ED 4337 | The Art and Science of Assessment 2,3 | 3 |
| ED 4339 | The Art and Science of Instruction 2,3 | 3 |
| ED 4411 | The Profession and Ethics of Teaching 2 | 3 |
| Student Teaching Component (Take these courses in the same semester) | ||
| ED 4414 | Portfolio Completion-Secondary 2 | 1 |
| ED 4452 | Secondary Education Student Teaching | 12 |
| Lutheran (LCMS Members) Teacher Diploma Requirements | ||
| ED 2306 | Teaching the Faith | 3 |
| REL 4000 | Lutheran Confessions | 3 |
| Christian Teacher Certification Requirements | ||
| ED 2306 | Teaching the Faith | 3 |
| Select one of the following: | ||
| REL 4000 | Lutheran Confessions | 3 |
| REL 3860 | Law and Gospel in the Life of the Church | 3 |
| REL 3500 | A Survey of Christian Thought | 3 |
| PHIL 3250 | Christian Apologetics | 3 |
| PHIL 3340 | Christ and Culture | 3 |
- 1
ED4337, ED4339, and ED4376 are taken concurrently during the Fall prior to student teaching.
- 2
Course requires Upper Division Status.
Major Requirements
| Code | Title | Hours |
|---|---|---|
| Required Core Courses | ||
| General Biology I (Natural World: Lab Science) | ||
| Public Speaking (Recommended) (Communication) | ||
or COMM 2100 | Interpersonal Communication | |
| Introduction to Writing | ||
| Statistics I (MATH 2050 for Biology Emphasis; MATH 1280 for Chemistry/Physics Emphases) | ||
or MATH 1280 | College Algebra | |
| Courses Required for Secondary Education Students | ||
| Foundations of Education (Core Human Beings & Being Human requirement) | ||
| Human Relations for Teachers (Core Society and Culture requirement) | ||
| Curriculum and Methods of Teaching Science - Secondary | ||
| Required Courses | ||
| General Biology I (taken in core) | ||
| BIO 1402 | General Biology II | 4 |
| CHEM 1414 | General Chemistry I | 4 |
| CHEM 1424 | General Chemistry II | 4 |
| PHYS 1514 | General Physics I | 4 |
| or PHYS 1714 | University Physics I | |
| PHYS 1524 | General Physics II | 4 |
| or PHYS 1724 | University Physics II | |
| SCI 2400 | Cosmogony | 3 |
| Choose one environmentally-focused class (listed below) | 3-4 | |
| Choose one of the following emphases: | 12-17 | |
Emphasis in Biology | ||
Emphasis in Chemistry | ||
Emphasis in Physics | ||
| Major Electives (listed below) | 7-12 | |
- 2
Requires Upper Division Status
Environmentally-Focused Courses
| Code | Title | Hours |
|---|---|---|
| ENV 1800 | Environmental Science | 3-4 |
| or ENV 1600 | Meteorology | |
| or ENV 2500 | Earth Science | |
| or ENV 2600 | Oceanography | |
| or PHYS 1204 | Introductory Astronomy | |
Select one from the following emphases:
Emphasis in Biology
| Code | Title | Hours |
|---|---|---|
| Required Courses | ||
| Statistics I (taken in core) | ||
| BIO 1300 | Essentials of Anatomy and Physiology (If BIO 1801 is chosen, BIO 1802 must be selected as a major elective) | 4 |
| BIO 2400 | Botany | 4 |
| BIO 2600 | Biology of Microorganisms | 4 |
| BIO 3400 | Genetics | 4 |
| BIO 4900 | Biology Senior Seminar (fall semester recommended) | 1 |
| Total Hours | 17 | |
Emphasis in Chemistry
| Code | Title | Hours |
|---|---|---|
| Required Courses | ||
| College Algebra (taken in core) | ||
| CHEM 2204 | Analytical Chemistry | 4 |
| CHEM 2414 | Organic Chemistry I | 4 |
| CHEM 2424 | Organic Chemistry II | 4 |
| CHEM 3214 | Biochemistry | 4 |
| CHEM 4911 | Chemistry Senior Seminar I | 1 |
| Total Hours | 17 | |
Emphasis in Physics
| Code | Title | Hours |
|---|---|---|
| Required Courses | ||
| College Algebra (taken in core) | ||
| Introductory Astronomy (must be selected as environmentally-focused course) | ||
| University Physics I (must be selected as major requirement) | ||
| University Physics II (must be selected as major requirement) | ||
| PHYS 2703 | Modern Physics | 3 |
| MATH 2010 | Calculus I (must be taken before PHYS 1714) | 4 |
| MATH 2020 | Calculus II | 4 |
| CHEM 4911 | Chemistry Senior Seminar I (or see advisor for substitute) | 1 |
| Total Hours | 12 | |
Major Electives
7 elective credits are required for the biology/chemistry emphases, 12 for the physics emphasis. Major electives can be selected from any courses in the other emphases (Biology, Chemistry, Physics), additional courses from the environmentally-focused category, or selected from the following (prerequisites may apply):
| Code | Title | Hours |
|---|---|---|
| BIO 1802 | Human Anatomy and Physiology II | 4 |
| BIO 2500 | Zoology | 4 |
| BIO 3200 | Cell Biology | 4 |
| BIO 3760 | Ecology of the Tropics (Core Culture Designation) | 3 |
| BIO 3761 | Ecology of the Tropics Lab | 1 |
| BIO 4100 | Ecology | 4 |
| CHEM 2304 | Descriptive Inorganic Chemistry | 4 |
| Other courses approved by the chair of the Department of Life and Earth Sciences | ||
Plan - Lutheran Teacher Diploma
| Semester 1 | Hours | |
|---|---|---|
| ED 1000 | Orientation Seminar | 0 |
| ED 1102 | Foundations of Education | 3 |
| BIO 1401 | General Biology I | 4 |
| CCE 1010 | Christian Citizen | 3 |
| ED 1103 | Human Relations for Teachers | 3 |
| REL 2010 | Old Testament | 3 |
| CHEM 1414 | General Chemistry I | 4 |
| Hours | 20 | |
| Semester 2 | ||
| ED 1275 | Human Learning | 3 |
| REL 2020 | New Testament | 3 |
| CCE 1020 | Western Culture & Worldview | 3 |
| BIO 1402 | General Biology II | 4 |
| CHEM 1424 | General Chemistry II | 4 |
| Hours | 17 | |
| Semester 3 | ||
| ED 1230 | Nature of the Exceptional Child | 3 |
| ENG 1040 | Introduction to Writing | 3 |
| CCE 1030 | Western Thought & Worldview | 3 |
| PHYS 1514 | General Physics I | 4 |
| BIO 1300 | Essentials of Anatomy and Physiology | 4 |
| Hours | 17 | |
| Semester 4 | ||
| CCE 1040 | Science & Humanity | 3 |
| ED 2000 | UDS Seminar | 0 |
| REL 2030 | Biblical Theology | 3 |
| PHYS 1524 | General Physics II | 4 |
| BIO 3400 | Genetics | 4 |
| ENV ELECTIVE | 4 | |
| Hours | 18 | |
| Semester 5 | ||
| REL ELECTIVE | 3 | |
| MATH 2050 | Statistics I | 3 |
| SCI 2400 | Cosmogony | 3 |
| HHP ACTIVITY COURSE | 1 | |
| HHP 1100 | Stewardship of the Body | 1 |
| COMM 1100 or COMM 2100 |
Public Speaking or Interpersonal Communication |
3 |
| BIO 2400 | Botany | 4 |
| Hours | 18 | |
| Semester 6 | ||
| ED 3318 | The Art & Science of Planning | 3 |
| ED 4411 | The Profession and Ethics of Teaching | 3 |
| MAJOR COURSE | 3 | |
| BIO 1802 | Human Anatomy and Physiology II | 4 |
| BIO ELECTIVE | 4 | |
| ED 2306 | Teaching the Faith | 3 |
| Hours | 20 | |
| Semester 7 | ||
| ED 4337 | The Art and Science of Assessment | 3 |
| ED 3000 | Student Teaching Seminar | 0 |
| ED 4376 | Curriculum and Methods of Teaching Science - Secondary | 3 |
| ED 4339 | The Art and Science of Instruction | 3 |
| REL 4000 | Lutheran Confessions | 3 |
| BIO 4900 | Biology Senior Seminar | 1 |
| BIO 2600 | Biology of Microorganisms | 4 |
| Hours | 17 | |
| Semester 8 | ||
| ED 4414 | Portfolio Completion-Secondary | 1 |
| ED 4452 | Secondary Education Student Teaching | 12 |
| Hours | 13 | |
| Total Hours | 140 | |
Course options and schedule are subject to change.
Plan - Public Education
| Semester 1 | Hours | |
|---|---|---|
| ED 1000 | Orientation Seminar | 0 |
| ED 1102 | Foundations of Education | 3 |
| BIO 1401 | General Biology I | 4 |
| CCE 1010 | Christian Citizen | 3 |
| CHEM 1414 | General Chemistry I | 4 |
| ED 1103 | Human Relations for Teachers | 3 |
| Hours | 17 | |
| Semester 2 | ||
| ED 1275 | Human Learning | 3 |
| REL 1100 | Christian Faith | 3 |
| CCE 1020 | Western Culture & Worldview | 3 |
| BIO 1402 | General Biology II | 4 |
| CHEM 1424 | General Chemistry II | 4 |
| Hours | 17 | |
| Semester 3 | ||
| ED 1230 | Nature of the Exceptional Child | 3 |
| ENG 1040 | Introduction to Writing | 3 |
| CCE 1030 | Western Thought & Worldview | 3 |
| PHYS 1514 | General Physics I | 4 |
| BIO 1300 | Essentials of Anatomy and Physiology | 4 |
| Hours | 17 | |
| Semester 4 | ||
| CCE 1040 | Science & Humanity | 3 |
| ED 2000 | UDS Seminar | 0 |
| REL 1100 | Christian Faith | 3 |
| PHYS 1524 | General Physics II | 4 |
| BIO 3400 | Genetics | 4 |
| HHP 1100 | Stewardship of the Body | 1 |
| Hours | 15 | |
| Semester 5 | ||
| MATH 2050 | Statistics I | 3 |
| SCI 2400 | Cosmogony | 3 |
| HHP ACTIVITY COURSE | 1 | |
| ENV ELECTIVE | 4 | |
| COMM 1100 or COMM 2100 |
Public Speaking or Interpersonal Communication |
3 |
| BIO 2400 | Botany | 4 |
| Hours | 18 | |
| Semester 6 | ||
| ED 3318 | The Art & Science of Planning | 3 |
| ED 4411 | The Profession and Ethics of Teaching | 3 |
| BIO 1802 | Human Anatomy and Physiology II | 4 |
| BIO ELECTIVE | 4 | |
| HUMAN CREATIVITY & EXPRESSION | 3 | |
| Hours | 17 | |
| Semester 7 | ||
| ED 4337 | The Art and Science of Assessment | 3 |
| ED 3000 | Student Teaching Seminar | 0 |
| ED 4376 | Curriculum and Methods of Teaching Science - Secondary | 3 |
| ED 4339 | The Art and Science of Instruction | 3 |
| BIO 4900 | Biology Senior Seminar | 1 |
| REL ELECTIVE | 3 | |
| BIO 2600 | Biology of Microorganisms | 4 |
| Hours | 17 | |
| Semester 8 | ||
| ED 4414 | Portfolio Completion-Secondary | 1 |
| ED 4452 | Secondary Education Student Teaching | 12 |
| Hours | 13 | |
| Total Hours | 131 | |
Course options and schedule are subject to change.