The national demand for science educators in secondary settings continues to grow. According to California State University, the state of California alone is projected to need more than 33,000 math and science teachers within the next 10 years. As a graduate of the Bachelor of Science with a major in science education program at Trine University, you will be equipped to meet a critical need and prepared to impact the lives of students as a science educator.
The Bachelor of Science with a major in science education has challenging learning experiences guided by faculty in the arts and sciences as well as in the Franks School of Education.
Coursework in chemistry education includes
Coursework in biology/life sciences education includes
Because state leaders are committed to increasing the number and expertise of secondary teachers in instruction related to STEM (science, technology, engineering and math), the Bachelor of Science with a major in science education program focuses on the interdisciplinary nature of curriculum by designing and implementing classroom learning through multiple instructional strategies.
Bachelor of Science with a major in science students are required to complete extensive clinical experiences throughout their programs to give them direct contact with today's classrooms. You will spend over 400 hours in clinical experiences prior to graduation.
In 2017, 100 percent of superintendents and principals surveyed indicated that Franks School of Education graduates were more prepared as first-year teachers compared to other college. Graduates from the Franks School of Education have a high level of job placement, with 100% of graduates employed or in graduate school over the past 4 years. In addition to classroom teaching, students have obtained other educationally related positions, and still others go on to complete master's degrees. Feedback from school administrators consistently refers to how well the Trine University teacher education graduates are prepared to begin teaching from day one in the classroom and how effective these teachers are far beyond graduation.
Trine University offers interest-specific Living Learning Communities (LLCs) where students live together in a dedicated area of the Larry and Judy Reiners Residence Hall and Stadium Hall. The Franks School of Education LLC is comprised of first-year education majors who will receive exclusive professional development opportunities and experiences to enhance their skills as a future teacher. Find out more on the LLC page.
Area school districts where students participate in clinical experiences and student teaching include, though are not limited to:
With a Bachelor of Science with a major in science education, you have many opportunities for rewarding careers or advanced studies.
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