Master of Science in Biology Education Preparation (Grades 7-12)
The multidisciplinary nature of the department gives students numerous opportunities to interact with researchers in education in the natural sciences through collaborative projects and programs in the School of Education, the College of Arts and Sciences, and the State University of New York College of Environmental Science and Forestry. For decades, the department has been a national leader in promoting science literacy by advancing the knowledge base for effective science teaching and learning at all levels of education. We are well known for our commitment to both components of a seamless tradition: inquiry-based, student-centered science teaching and cutting edge research in pursuit of effective educational practices. We subscribe to these guiding National Science Foundation standards: 1) science is for all students; 2) learning science is an active process; 3) science education reflects the intellectual and cultural traditions that characterize contemporary science practice; and 4) improving science education is a significant task in any effort at systemic educational reform.
The M.S. in Science Education leads to New York State teacher certification grades 7-12. Our certification programs combine multiple diverse field experiences with campus-based coursework, emphasizing theoretical and practical knowledge in research-based science teaching and learning.