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Program Overview

The four-year baccalaureate degree in Science Education with a specialization in Biology is designed to prepare students to become teachers and pass state professional certification exams. An internship in a school setting is required to provide practical experience. We have a nearly 100% pass rate for the Florida Teacher Certification Exam. Nearly 100% of our graduates find immediate employment.

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Program Details

MDC's School of Education prides itself in our comprehensive teacher preparation programs that are based on the latest research in educational neuroscience. Our cutting-edge programs will help students get their first professional teaching position. Our experienced and dedicated faculty and administrators make personal connections with students; they provide mentoring and coaching to pre-service teachers as they become in-service teachers. Most of our graduates are hired immediately following graduation, and they are continuously receiving accolades from employers as being the best in the profession. :

Areas of Study:
  • General Teaching Skills
  • Teaching and Learning the Nature of Science
  • Methods of Teaching Science
  • Instructional Technology in Math and Science

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