Career/Technical Education Teachers, Postsecondary
Career and technical education teachers in the geosciences are
responsible for teaching students about various aspects of earth science
and related fields. They may teach classes on how topics such as
geology, oceanography, meteorology, environmental science, and others
relate to a specific technical career. They require a moderate to
extensive background in the geosciences, and often are responsible for:
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Developing lesson plans, lectures, and projects to help students
understand complex concepts.
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Evaluating student performance through assessments and providing
feedback.
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Advising students on aspects of specific careers and course
selections that meet the educational requirements of those careers.
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Conducting experiments or collecting data, and sometimes
collaborating with scientists or researchers.
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Supervising student research projects or internships.
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