UGIS 82T
K-12 Tutoring in Science and Mathematics
This course surveys basic approaches to K-12 science, computer science, engineering, and mathematics (STEM) tutoring through modeling inquiry-based teaching approaches. Topics include effective STEM pedagogy, assessment, lesson plan design and revision, attention to equity in underserved schools, and child development. Students are placed with K-12 students for STEM enrichment and tutoring experiences. This seminar offers an opportunity to explore K-12 teaching, foster children's natural curiosity, and inspire local students to engage in STEM learning.
Topics
- Students will be able to demonstrate science or mathematics content knowledge in the design and teaching of K-12 tutoring sessions. Students will be able to identify and use exemplary sources of inquiry-based science and mathematics lessons for tutoring. Students will be able to design and teach inquiry-based tutoring lessons using the 5E instructional model. Students will be able to build relationships with K-12 students to establish safe learning environments. Students will be able to use formative and summative assessments aligned to learning objectives in order to evaluate students’ prior knowledge and student learning, provide instructive feedback to K-12 students, and revise tutoring lesson plans. Students will be able to reflect on tutoring experiences to improve teaching and learning. Students will be able to identify unique attributes of elementary and adolescent students and plan age-appropriate tutoring strategies targeted to learning needs of individual K-12 students. Students will be able to use probing questions to elicit feedback to determine students’ acquisition of knowledge. Students will be able to productively discuss and use strategies for achieving instructional equity in tutoring and classroom settings. Students will be able to use educational technology intentionally and creatively for supporting STEM learning. Students will be able to provide constructive and compassionate feedback to peers on their teaching. Students will be able to reflect on their personal interest in tutoring, and STEM education as a career path.
Official catalogue course objectives and student learning outcomes
Sources
- Course catalogue ↗2026-2027