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[mission]
credits required for major
Program Details
Learning Outcomes
[outcomes]
Courses
[courses]
SARAH BOOMER
Professor, Biology
boomers@wou.edu
AMY DAWSON
NTT Assistant Professor, Biology
dawsona@wou.edu
JIM DAWSON
NTT Instructor, Biology
dawsonj@wou.edu
BRYAN DUTTON
Professor, Biology
duttonb@wou.edu
GARETH HOPKINS
Associate Professor, Biology
hopkinsg@wou.edu
AVA HOWARD
Associate Professor, Department Head, Biology
howarda@wou.edu
MELISSA KELLEY
NTT Assistant Professor, Biology
kelleym@wou.edu
KRISTIN LATHAM-SCOTT
Interim Dean, College of Liberal Arts & Sciences, BELL 234, Biology
lathamscottk@wou.edu
MICHAEL LEMASTER
Professor, Biology
lemastm@wou.edu
SCOTT MACDONALD
NTT Instructor, Biology
macdonas@wou.edu
ALICE NAFTALY
NTT Assistant Professor, Biology, Biology
naftalya@wou.edu
STEPHEN SCHECK
Professor, Biology
schecks@wou.edu
MELISSA CANNON
Associate Professor, Gerontology: Aging and Older Adulthood
cannonm@wou.edu
KACIE RYDEN
Office Coordinator, Registrar's Office
rydenk@wou.edu
Where This Degree Can Take You
A degree in Biology Teacher Education equips students with a strong foundation in biological sciences alongside specialized training in educational techniques. Students engage in coursework that covers cellular biology, genetics, ecology, and human anatomy while simultaneously learning how to effectively teach these subjects to middle and high school students. The program fosters a deep understanding of both biological concepts and the pedagogical methods required to communicate complex ideas clearly and engagingly.
Potential Careers
- High School Biology Teacher
- Middle School Science Teacher
- Curriculum Developer
- Education Consultant
- Science Department Chair
- Educational Program Coordinator
- Online Science Instructor
- Biology Tutor
- Educational Researcher
- Textbook Author
Potential Employers
- Central School District
- Oregon Museum of Science and Industry
- Teach For America
- Khan Academy
- National Geographic Society
Consider This Degree If You…
Are passionate about science education
Pursuing a degree in Biology Teacher Education demands a strong passion for science education to inspire and engage future generations.
Desire an inspiring career path
Biology teacher education includes a commitment to educate and inspire students about the natural world.
Value engaging others in biological concepts
Biology teacher education graduates must value engaging others in biological concepts, making science accessible, relevant, and inspiring for students.
