The Role of Science Notebooks in Elevating High-Quality Instructional Practices - EDC-X741X

Course Description

Credit Validation For DoDEA Participants Only

In this graduate credit course, participants will be able to: connect with and elevate practices educators are already implementing and provides actions to further improve the instructional quality of science notebooks. It also offers graduate credit and supports educators in reflecting on their practice through discussion and written reflection.

Learner Outcomes

• Deepen understanding of the role of science notebooks to enhance the learning experience for all students 
•  Enhance knowledge of theoretical and pedagogical approaches related to the importance of science notebooks
•  Engage in implementation and collegial conversations to:
  • Reflect on personal and others’ perspectives
  • Build knowledge on the topic

Course Details

Number of Units: 2.0 graduate level extension credit(s) in semester hours

Who Should Attend: This course provides continuing education for DODEA educators hoping to improve the instructional quality of science notebooks.

University of San Diego – Graduate-Level Extension Credit Information

The University of San Diego partners with this program to offer graduate-level extension credit(s) in semester hours through the Credit Validation Program. To earn units, participants must register for and successfully complete coursework through the external program provider.

Credits earned through USD’s Credit Validation Program are widely accepted by many school districts and universities across the United States for purposes such as license renewal, required professional development hours, short-term skill building, salary advancement, credentialing, and potential advanced degree pathways. These units do not apply toward a master’s or higher degree program at the University of San Diego; however, they may be transferable to advanced degree programs (e.g., MA, EdD, PhD) at other institutions that accept external graduate-level credits.

Participants are responsible for confirming acceptance, transcript requirements, deadlines, and applicability of units with their employing district or intended institution prior to enrollment.