Teacher Certification students take a total of 120 credit hours for their degree with
34 credit hours in Physics, and 46 credit hours in Education. The remaining credit
hours are from mathematics and required humanities courses.
Physics is is the study of matter and energy and its interactions; therefore, physics
describes the fundamental nature of our reality in this existence. It is the most
basic of sciences and the foundation of many aspects of our modern civilization. Look
around, you would be hard pressed to find pieces of technology i.e., micro and nanoelectronics,
lasers, solar panels, nuclear power plants, as well as medical devices, that were
not at one time research tools of, or examples of some fundamental principles discovered
and explored by physicists. As our world continues its juggernaut of unstoppable technical
progress, sustaining economic activity will require increased numbers of individuals
educated at higher and higher levels of technical skill. There is no level higher
than that of physics, thus studying physics is great preparation for an endeavor that
you may desire or undertake. On the other hand, you may just have an insatiable curiosity
about how the universe works! Studying physics is the best way to satisfy this curiosity
and to prepare for the challenges of the life in the future.
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Physics Education Careers
Since physics is the most basic of sciences, an undergraduate degree in physics can
take you almost anywhere. You can pursue a graduate degree in Physics or seek lucrative
employment in numerous fields.
• Public School Physics Teacher • Private School Physics Teacher • General Physics Teacher
Q: What qualifications do I need to become a high school physics teacher? A: To become a high school physics teacher, you typically need a bachelor's degree in
physics or a related field, such as physical science or secondary education with a
concentration in physics. Additionally, you'll need to complete a teacher preparation
program that includes student teaching or field experience. Some states may also require
you to pass a subject-specific content exam and obtain teacher certification or licensure.
Q: What does a typical day look like for a high school physics teacher? A: A typical day for a high school physics teacher involves planning and delivering lessons,
conducting experiments and demonstrations, grading assignments and assessments, providing
feedback to students, attending meetings and professional development sessions, and
communicating with students, parents, and colleagues. Teachers may also participate
in extracurricular activities, such as science clubs or academic competitions.
Q: How can I make physics engaging and accessible to all students? A: To make physics engaging and accessible to all students, it's important to use a variety
of teaching strategies and instructional techniques, such as hands-on experiments,
demonstrations, simulations, inquiry-based learning, cooperative learning activities,
and real-world applications. Additionally, providing multiple representations of concepts,
scaffolding instruction, differentiating instruction, and incorporating technology
can help meet the diverse needs of students.
Requirements
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Students must have a grade point average (GPA) of 2.50 or better in basic general
education course component OR a 2.50 GPA from a completed baccalaureate program.
Students must meet all “Gordon Rule” requirements.
Students must have a grade of “C” or better in the required courses taken as part
of the General Education Preparation Program.
Students must successfully complete a criminal background check, have proof of medical
insurance, liability insurance and a pre-admission interview by the College of Education
Admissions Committee.
Complete admission to the Professional Teacher Education Program
Complete all course work with the required cumulative GPA of 2.50
Complete Student teaching experience
Complete a portfolio which documents mastery of the Florida Educator Accomplished
Practices (FEAPs)
Pass General Knowledge Tests and all subtests of the Florida Teacher Certification
Examination (FTCE)
External evaluation of satisfactory teaching ability
Internal evaluation of satisfactory teaching ability
