B.S. Secondary Education Science – STEM

Bachelor of Science in Secondary Education, Science (B.S.)

The Bachelors of Science in Secondary Education, Science Track, along with Math Track (separate New Program Request) is a classic and also innovative program of science secondary education. Courses include Diné College specialized course in education and science, and also standard required course in secondary teacher preparation and science disciplines. In science, the course survey a wide range of disciplines, including math, physics, chemistry, and geology. In biology, courses use the new BS in Biology coursework, including molecular and cellular, organismal, and ecological levels of biology. The theoretical knowledge and skills taught in this program will allow students to enter teaching careers or graduate programs or variety of professional careers.

The BS in Secondary Education at Diné College will have two tracts, a math track and a science track. The Science Track is designed as a four-your curriculum for students entering as freshmen. Students entering as sophomores or juniors will to make sure the fundamental requirements for the program are met: BIO 181/182, CHM 151/152, CHM 235, PHY 110; MTH 190 (pre-calculus) and MTH 213 (statistics), or MTH 191 (calculus)

Four Year BS Secondary Education, Science Track:

This curriculum for entering freshmen includes all biology, math and science support, and general education requirements. In the summer preceding first year it is recommend a student take MTH 096 and/or 100, tested out of or passed prior or MTH 110. This program follows Northern Arizona University (NAU) standards in Secondary Education in Biology with a few exceptions. Outcomes align with Standards from the Council for the Accreditation of Educator Preparation, the National Science Teachers Association, and the Interstate New Teacher Assessment and Support Consortium.