ABOUT THE PROGRAM
BSED major in Science is a 4-year teacher education program that produces science teachers for the secondary level. The degree program has a good number of chemistry and physics courses to enable the graduates to teach physical sciences courses. It also contains biology and environmental science on top of the professional and general education courses that equipped the science teachers with the content and pedagogical knowledge in order for them to function as professionals who can contribute to the improvement of students’ academic achievement and in science education in general. Moreover, it is expected that the graduates will embody the USTP brand of education that includes the ability to contribute to various forms of development in the community using their skills and abilities seasoned with the ability to care for others and the environment to uphold the greater good.
PROGRAM OUTCOMES
a.) demonstrate mastery of the K to 12 science content, their connections and applications
b.) apply a wide range of teaching process and skills with the integration of modern technology for the design and implementation of teaching and learning activities and authentic assessment of learning
c.) create, contextualize and innovate instructional materials responsive to the changing needs of the learners
d.) demonstrate proficiency in written, oral, and graphical communication in both technical and non-technical environments
e.) make evident their proficiency in the conduct and dissemination of research
f.) work effectively and interdependently in multidisciplinary and multicultural teams
g.) exhibit knowledge on contemporary issues and trends in science education
h.) observe professional and ethical standards sensitive to the local, national, and global realities
i.) manifest recognition and appreciation of the need for, and an ability to engage in lifelong learning
CAREER OPPORTUNITIES
- Junior High School Science Teacher
- Senior High School Science Teacher
- Chemistry Teacher
- Physics Teacher
- Biology Teacher
- Environmental Science Teacher
- Earth Science Teacher
- Science Lab Teacher
- School Program Coordinator
- Instructional Planner
- Textbook Author
- Other teaching-related jobs
