RPDP HSSCP Literacy and Assessment - 2 Credits

This two-credit course addresses development of assessment items for the high school science classroom and literacy techniques that teachers can use with their students to increase literacy in the science content area. Pathlore ID: RPSCI75302, UNLV: Content Area Literacy SCI 650 B

RPDP HSSCP Laboratory Safety and Science Process - 1 Credit

This course is required for all participants in the High School Science Certificate Program. This one-credit course addresses the Nevada Science Scientific Inquiry 9-12 Standards, as well as the skills, safety concerns, and processes needed by high school science teachers for organizing and maintaining an effective and safe laboratory environment and for teaching students to collect, record, and evaluate data obtained in laboratory investigations. Pathlore ID: RPSCI75401, UNLV:

Lab Safety and Science Process SCI 650 A

ONE (1) of the following THREE (3):

RPDP HSSCP AP Biology Mini Course 2 - 1 Credit

This one-credit course is an in-depth examination of selected topics from the College Board Advanced Placement Biology curriculum from both content and pedagogical perspectives. Students in the course explore the theory and practice of biological concepts and procedures, develop and participate in methods of teaching topics, and create and discuss assessment of student knowledge. Connections between biology and real-world situations will be made. Teaching strategies will be presented to enhance student performance on the AP Biology Test. This course may be repeated for credit. Pathlore ID: RPSCI72303, UNLV: AP Biology SCI 650 L

RPDP HSSCP AP Chemistry Mini Course 2 - 1 Credit

This one-credit course is an in-depth examination selected topics from the College Board Advanced Placement Chemistry curriculum from both content and pedagogical perspectives. Students in the course explore the theory and practice of chemical concepts and procedures, develop and participate in methods of teaching topics, and create and discuss assessment of student knowledge. Connections between chemistry and real-world situations will be made. Teaching strategies will be presented to enhance student performance on the AP Chemistry Test. This course may be repeated for credit. Pathlore ID: RPSCI72301, UNLV: AP Chemistry SCI 650 M

RPDP HSSCP AP Physics Mini Course 2 - 1 Credit

This one-credit course is an in-depth examination of selected topics from the College Board Advanced Placement Physics B curriculum from both content and pedagogical perspectives. Students in the course explore the theory and practice of physics concepts and procedures, develop and participate in methods of teaching topics, and create and discuss assessment of student knowledge. Connections between physics and real-world situations will be made. Teaching strategies will be presented to enhance student performance on the AP Physics B Test. This course may be repeated for credit. Pathlore ID: RPSCI72302, UNLV: AP Physics SCI 650 N

Must complete any FOUR (4) of these TEN (10) classes.

RPDP HSSCP Biology I for HS Teachers (Sem 1) - 3 Credits

This first semester of the one-year biology course is designed to survey the biological sciences. The emphasis is on developing inquiry skills and problem-solving techniques, nature of science, chemistry of life, cellular biology, cell transport, cell energy, cell cycle, molecular genetics and laws of genetics. Students will study both biology content and the pedagogy of teaching high school biology. Pathlore ID: RPSCI75101, UNLV: Biology IA SCI 650 C

RPDP HSSCP Biology for HS Teachers (Sem 2) - 3 Credits

This second semester of the one-year biology course is designed as a survey of the biological sciences. The emphasis is on developing inquiry skills and problem-solving techniques, nature of science, evolution and diversity, human biology, taxonomy and classification and ecology. The course will also familiarize the student with the influences and interrelated nature of science and technology in contemporary society. Pathlore ID: RPSCI75102, UNLV: Biology IB SCI 650 D

RPDP HSSCP Chemistry I for HS Teachers (Sem 1) - 3 Credits

This course is the first semester of Chemistry 1. Topics included are mathematics of chemistry, safety, laboratory procedures, elements-compounds-mixtures, atomic theory and structure, structure and organization of the periodic table, mole concept, chemical bonding, nomenclature, and chemical equations. Science, Technology, and Society (STS) Issues will be an integral part of this course. Additional topics may include history of chemistry, biochemistry, qualitative chemistry, and research projects. Pathlore ID: RPSCI75301, UNLV: Chemistry IA SCI 650 G

RPDP HSSCP Chemistry I for HS Teachers (Sem 2) - 3 Credits

This course is the second semester of Chemistry I. Topics included are stoichiometry, gases, liquids and solids, solutions, thermodynamics, kinetics, equilibrium, electrochemistry, organic chemistry, nuclear chemistry, chemistry and the environment and acids, bases, and salts. Safety and laboratory procedures will be an integral part of this course. The mathematics of chemistry will be used throughout this course. Pathlore ID: RPSCI75302, UNLV: Chemistry IB SCI 650 H

RPDP HSSCP Earth Science for HS Teachers (Sem 1) - 3 Credits

This first semester of the one-year high school Earth Science course is designed to integrate the scientific principles related to the earth and its environment. Topics included are matter and energy, earth chemistry, earth history, earth resources and environment, weathering and soil and erosion and depositional systems. Scientific methodology and the metric system will be integrated throughout the course. Demonstrations and/or lab experiences are to be an integral part of instruction. Pathlore ID: RPSCI75201, UNLV: Earth Science IA SCI 650 E

RPDP HSSCP Earth Science for HS Teachers (Sem 2) - 3 Credits

This second semester of the one-year high school Earth Science course is designed to integrate the scientific principles related to the earth and its environment. Topics included are Topography, Structural Forces, Astronomy, Meteorology, and Oceanography. Scientific methodology and the metric system will be integrated throughout the course. Demonstrations and/or lab experiences are to be an integral part of instruction. Pathlore ID: RPSCI75202, UNLV: Earth Science IB SCI 650 F

RPDP HSSCP Physics I for HS Teachers (Sem 1) - 3 Credits

This first semester of the one-year course is designed for those students who have successfully completed Geometry and who exhibit and interest in science. Topics included are the following: laboratory procedures, mathematics review, safety, kinematics, dynamics, and energy. Physics is a course that informs students about the basic relationships of forces, motion, and the different forms of energy. Demonstrations and/or lab experiences are to be an integral part of this course.  Pathlore ID: RPSCI75303, UNLV: Physics IA SCI 650 J

RPDP HSSCP Physics I for HS Teachers (Sem 2) - 3 Credits

This second semester of the one-year course is designed for those students who have successfully completed Geometry and who exhibit and interest in science. Topics included are the following: laboratory procedures, waves, electricity, and magnetism. Physics is a course that informs students about the basic relationships of forces, motion, and the different forms of energy. Demonstrations and/or lab experiences are to be an integral part of this course. Pathlore ID: RPSCI75304, UNLV: Physics IB SCI 650 K

RPDP HSSCP Principles of Science for HS Teachers (Sem 1) - 3 Credits

This first semester of the one-year course is designed to present integrated concepts in earth science, biology, environmental science, chemistry, and physics. Demonstrations and/or lab experiences will be an integral part of instruction. The concepts in Principles of Science will be taught by using the various processes involved in scientific inquiry. The course is designed to provide a foundation for further study in science as students explore unifying scientific principles and concepts. Pathlore ID: RPSCI75305, UNLV: Principles of Science IA SCI 650 P

RPDP HSSCP Principles of Science for HS Teachers (Sem 2) - 3 Credits

This second semester of the one-year course is designed to present integrated concepts in earth science, biology, environmental science, chemistry, and physics. Demonstrations and/or lab experiences will be an integral part of instruction. The concepts in Principles of Science will be taught by using the various processes involved in scientific inquiry. The course is designed to provide a foundation for further study in science as students explore unifying scientific principles and concepts. Pathlore ID: RPSCI75306, UNLV: Principles of Science IB SCI 650 Q

Must complete any TWO (2) of these THREE (3) classes.

RPDPCP: Introduction to TI-83/84 - 1 Credit

This course is only for beginning users. Participants of this course will focus on the appropriate use of technology to solve problems using a variety of calculator functions such as: tables, graphs and the home screen. Pathlore ID: RPMAT72016, UNLV: SCI 640 F

RPDPCP: Intermediate TI-83/84 - 1 Credit

Participants will focus on the appropriate use of technology to solve problems using a variety of calculator functions such as: tables, graphs and the home screen. This course will pick-up where an introductory course would stop. In this course participants will be asked to write some low level programs along with exploring functions under different menu items. Pathlore ID: RPMAT72027, UNLV: SCI 620 O

RPDPCP: Advanced TI-83/84 - 1 Credit

Participants will focus on further integrating the appropriate use of technology in the classroom. Attendees will learn about TI-83/84 Plus advanced features including the TI-Navigator, Cabri Jr. Geometry application, and how to connect calculators to online resources. Participants should have experience using TI-83 Plus or TI-84 Plus in their own classrooms. Pathlore ID: RPMAT72038, UNLV: SCI 640 F

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