Secondary Education, B.S. (Biology 6-12)

Florida Agricultural and Mechanical University

The Science Teacher Education Program is designed to prepare and certify personnel to teach biology, chemistry, or physics.Our Biology Education program prepares pre-service teacher candidates to teach science in grades 6-12. Biology education refers to the teaching and learning of biology, the scientific study of living organisms and their interactions with each other and the environment, in educational settings. It encompasses various aspects of biological science instruction, including content knowledge, laboratory skills, scientific inquiry, critical thinking, and application of biological concepts to real-world contexts.Biology education curriculum covers a wide range of topics, including cell biology, genetics, evolution, ecology, physiology, anatomy, microbiology, and biodiversity. It may also include interdisciplinary topics such as biochemistry, biotechnology, environmental science, and health education. Curriculum standards and frameworks guide the development of instructional materials, lesson plans, and assessments to ensure alignment with learning objectives and educational standards.

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