Introduction to the biology and ecology of insects. Students will develop lesson plans using insects to demonstrate key biological principles and will prepare classroom activities on selected aspects of insect biology. Intended for Elementary Education Majors and Secondary Education Students. As part of the laboratory portion of the course, students develop activities for use in their future classrooms as well as gain experience through placement in local schools.
Objectives Increase the knowledge of pre-service teachers in the basic aspects of insect biology.
Develop classroom activities based on their knowledge of insect biology and implement these insect based activities through placement in local schools.