Teachers enrolled in this course will...

Know

1. the principles of plant biology, at a grade-appropriate level.
2. classroom techniques for studying plants and plant communities.
3. the environmental conditions of each of the ecological communities of Long Island.

Understand

1. the role of plants in human culture.
2. the biochemistry of photosynthesis at a grade-appropriate level.
3. the factors that determine plant growth and development.

and Be Able To

1. use plants in science, math, art, and social studies learning activities.
2. lead a field trip to a local nature preserve.
3. identify common wild plants.