middle school science certificate program (msscp)

Southern Nevada Regional Professional Development Program
www.rpdp.net
Middle School Science Certificate Program (MSSCP)
and
CTE - ASC MS Science Program
MSSCP Classes by Title
Previous
Credit
Limits
NEW
Credit
limits
RPDP MSSCP Laboratory and Process Skills
RPDP MSSCP Life Science for MS Teachers (Sem 1)
RPDP MSSCP Life Science for MS Teachers (Sem 2)
RPDP MSSCP Earth Science for MS Teachers (Sem 1)
RPDP MSSCP Earth Science for MS Teachers (Sem 2)
RPDP MSSCP Physical Science for MS Teachers (Sem 1)
RPDP MSSCP Physical Science for MS Teachers (Sem 2)
Total Credits Offered
1
2
3
2
2
3
3
16
1
3
3
3
3
3
3
19
Must
complete any
5 of these 6
classes.
MSSCP Program Outline:
This sixteen-credit program consists of courses designed to provide teachers with the science content
and instructional strategies to facilitate their success as high school science teachers. It addresses major
topics in the high school curriculum and gives teachers multiple perspectives on teaching students who
take the corresponding course. Each course includes modeling The Components of an Effective Lesson,
Teacher Expectancies, linking to high school and middle school science courses, connecting to other
disciplines, and practicing hands-on, inquiry-based activities, interactive learning, and participation in a
balanced delivery of instruction.
Required Courses:
RPDP MSSCP Laboratory and Process Skills
This course is the prerequisite course for all students in the Middle School Science Certificate Program.
This one credit course addresses the Nevada Science Standards Strands 18-24 and the skills and processes
needed by middle 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: RPSCI35401 UNLV: Lab and Process Skills SCI 630 A or SUU: RPDP
CP: MS Sci & Lab Process CHEM 5500 220
RPDP MSSCP Life Science for MS Teachers (Sem 1)
The course will be based on the Nevada Science Content Standards and the currently adopted Clark
County School District Course Syllabus for Science 6. Instruction will follow the Benchmark sequence,
with supplements from the NV Science Content Standards when needed. This one-year course for sixthgrade students focuses on understanding the living systems on Earth. Students will use scientific
processes, protocols, and tools, including inquiry, to build understandings of living things and the
interactions between living and non-living things. Critical thinking, collaboration, accuracy, and
communication skills will be used as students develop a foundation for scientific literacy in life, earth,
and physical science content. Technology, history and nature of science and career information will be
integral components of this course. Science 6 is a required course for all sixth-grade students. Pathlore
ID: RPSCI35101 UNLV: Life Science 1A SCI630 B or SUU: RPDP: Life Science ( Sem 1) BIOL
5530 240
515 West Cheyenne, Suite C
North Las Vegas, NV 89030
(702) 799-3828
FAX (702) 799-3821
Southern Nevada Regional Professional Development Program
www.rpdp.net
RPDP MSSCP Life Science for MS Teachers (Sem 2)
The second semester of this one-year course is designed to introduce sixth grade students to
general concepts of life science, related technologies, and career opportunities. While the unit
objectives are specific to a particular topic, the preferred instructional method is a thematic approach,
which will utilize environmental science and biotechnology topics to reach all course goals. The course is
designed to introduce students to basic topics and concepts, then revisit, reteach, and expand upon those
topics throughout the year. There are four major concepts, which are taught throughout the year – cells,
organization and structure of living things, life processes and cycles, and interrelationships of living
things. Students will participate in an activity-oriented course, which utilizes a variety of teaching
strategies including cooperative learning, the writing process, vocabulary building, use of technology, and
interdisciplinary instruction. Pathlore ID: RPSCI35102 UNLV: Life Science IB SCI 630 C or SUU:
RPDP CP: Life Sci Sem II BIOL 5500 220
RPDP MSSCP Physical Science for MS Teachers (Sem 1)
The course will be based on the Nevada Science Content Standards and the currently adopted Clark
County School District Course Syllabus for Science 8. Instruction will follow the Benchmark sequence,
with supplements from the NV Science Content Standards when needed. This year-long course for
eighth-grade students provides the physical science explanations that extend understandings developed in
previous science courses. Students will use scientific processes, protocols, and tools, including inquiry, to
build understanding of structures, patterns, and relationships explained through the physical sciences.
Critical thinking, collaboration, accuracy, and communication skills will be emphasized as students refine
their scientific literacy. Science 8 is a required course for all eighth-grade students. Pathlore ID:
RPSCI35301 UNLV: Physical Science IA SCI 630 D or SUU: RPDP CP: Physical Sci Sem I
CHEM 5450 220
RPDP MSSCP Physical Science for MS Teachers (Sem 2)
The second Semester of the one-year course is designed to introduce junior high/middle school students
to a broad array of physical science concepts, technology, and career opportunities. The students will be
provided with experiences in the process skills necessary for using the scientific method in problem
solving. Activities and applications will provide the foundation for instruction in the metric system, force,
motion, waves, sound, light, electricity, and magnetism. Technological applications and career
opportunities will be provided as an integral part of instruction. Science 8 is a required course for all
eighth grade students. Pathlore ID: RPSCI35302 UNLV Physical Science IB SCI 630 E or SUU:
RPDP CP: Physical Sci Sem II PHYS 5510 220
RPDP MSSCP Earth Science for MS Teachers (Sem 1)
The course will be based on the Nevada Science Content Standards and the currently adopted Clark
County School District Course Syllabus for Science 7. Instruction will follow the suggested 18-week
CCSD scope and sequence, with supplements from the NV Science Content Standards when needed. Part
1 will be one half of the semester course. This course for seventh-grade students focuses on
understanding Earth and Space science systems. Students will use scientific processes, protocols, and
tools, including inquiry, to build understanding of Earth’s structure and place in the Solar System,
atmospheric processes, and composition of matter. Critical thinking, collaboration, accuracy, and
communication skills will be practiced as students extend their scientific literacy. Science 7 is a required
course for all seventh-grade students. Field and laboratory experiences are to be an integral part of the
course. Pathlore ID: RPSCI35201 UNLV: Earth Science IA SCI 630 F or SUU: RPDP:CP: MS Earth
Sci (Sem I) GEOL 5520 240
515 West Cheyenne, Suite C
North Las Vegas, NV 89030
(702) 799-3828
FAX (702) 799-3821
Southern Nevada Regional Professional Development Program
www.rpdp.net
RPDP MSSCP Earth Science for MS Teachers (Sem 2)
This one semester course is designed to introduce middle school students to general
concepts of earth, environmental, and space science through a hands-on, inquiry driven
approach to research, experimentation and problem solving. The course will present students
with fundamental concepts of ecology, geology, hydrology, meteorology, and astronomy, and
their applications related to career opportunities. Environmental issues will be addressed. This is a
required course for all seventh grade students. Field and laboratory experiences are to be an integral part
of the course. Pathlore ID: RPSCI35202 UNLV: Earth Science IB SCI 630 G or SUU: RPDP CP:
TBA
515 West Cheyenne, Suite C
North Las Vegas, NV 89030
(702) 799-3828
FAX (702) 799-3821
Southern Nevada Regional Professional Development Program
www.rpdp.net
CTE - ASC MS Science Program
This 18 credit ASC MS Science Program includes all of the requirements and 16-credits of the
MSSCP and an additional two (2) of the three (3) credit options listed below.
RPDP MSSCP Laboratory and Process Skills
RPDP MSSCP Life Science for MS Teachers (Sem 1)
RPDP MSSCP Life Science for MS Teachers (Sem 2)
RPDP MSSCP Earth Science for MS Teachers (Sem 1)
RPDP MSSCP Earth Science for MS Teachers (Sem 2)
RPDP MSSCP Physical Science for MS Teachers (Sem 1)
RPDP MSSCP Physical Science for MS Teachers (Sem 2)
Credit
limits
1
3
3
3
3
3
3
Must complete
any 5 of these
6 classes.
MSSCP Classes by Title
RPDPCP: Introduction to TI-83/84
1
RPDPCP: Intermediate TI-83/84
1
RPDPCP: Advanced TI-83/84
1
Total Credits Required
Any 2 of
these 3
classes
ASC MS Science Classes by Title
18
Required Courses (2 of 3):
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 SUU: MATH 5510 221
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 640f, SUU: MATH 5520 221
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 SUU:
MATH 5900 224
515 West Cheyenne, Suite C
North Las Vegas, NV 89030
(702) 799-3828
FAX (702) 799-3821

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