Pre-Service Teachers Experiences with Literature and Science in an Informal Learning Environment

Pre-service teachers are preparing for a future in the education field and are provided many opportunities to learn in grow in preparation for their own future in the teaching profession. The focus of this research was the integration of literacy based science activities that pre-service teachers delivered at a local science center to support young children\u27s experiences and interactions with science exhibits and content. Students in early childhood and elementary education programs were involved at a local science museum to deliver literacy based activities with young children.. Survey research as well as class meeting reflections and lesson plans were used to glean insight into student learning and perceptions of this course project. Results of this research investigation allowed the researcher to see student perceptions of learning related to the project and how these interactions could potentially support their future educational experiences and interactions with children