I. Description of the Program This is a 4-year biology program couples with professional education courses. The graduates can teach biology in high school, pursue graduate studies in biology to become educators and managers in science education.
II. Objectives of the Program 1. To continuously improve the program to be responsive to the needs of the time, to accommodate emerging paradigms, changing perspectives and developments in the teaching and learning of biology, and to strengthen the secondary teacher education program.
2. To provide prospective secondary biology teachers with deeper broader, and more updated content as well as pedagogical knowledge and skills in biology. 3. To undertake researches anchored on scientific, socio-cultural and ethical values geared towards the improvement of the quality of life. 4. To develop relevant and innovative instructional materials for diverse type of learners to promote quality learning and interaction in the classroom. 5. To develop prospective secondary biology teachers who will become reflective practitioners, with a deep sense of commitment, and who posses professional integrity, excellent behavior and moral conduct. |
Bachelor of Secondary Education Major in Biology
Department of Biological Sciences