Bring the excitement of chemistry to pupils in grades 7-12. With a first-rate curriculum background and solid classroom teaching techniques, you'll be well prepared to engage these adolescent learners.
As a chemistry education major, you will receive a thorough grounding in the science from its conceptual bases to the most advanced techniques. You will strengthen your understanding of
To prepare you for the classroom environment, your course work will emphasize
College is more than a classroom. Enhance your experience with extracurricular opportunities:
Participate in full-time research over the summer and even get paid for it. Use the opportunity to start your own independent research project for credit.
Adolescence education: chemistry is nationally accredited through the National Council for the Accreditation of Teacher Education and is fully recognized by the National Science Teachers Association (NSTA).
Chair: Gregory Phelan
Office: Bowers Hall, Room 342
Phone: 607-753-4323
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SUNY Cortland has the largest teacher education program in the Northeastern United States and the ninth largest in the country.
Bachelor of Science (B.S.)
Credit Hours: 124
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