Curriculum studies: science/technology secondary I
BC GH
Subject value 1.0 * Full-year subject * Gippsland/Distance -attendance at weekend schools and or residential schools is strongly recommended * Prerequisites: second-year BEd or degree or diploma; second-year BAppSc or first year of GradDipAppSc (Technology Studies)
The subject consists of three modules: (1) history and philosophy of science and technolgy; (2) teaching strategies; (3) professional activities. In module (1) major themes will explore the nature of science, the nature of technology and the interaction of the two. In module (2) teaching skills will be developed in three major areas: (a) process teaching, (b) inquiry teaching and (c) the teaching of difficult concepts. In module (3) a selection of activities will be pursued in topic areas such as (a) curriculum development of the classroom; (b) resource materials - survey and use; (c) evaluation procedures and record keeping; (d) safety in science education; (e) resolving disadvantage in science education. The subject is taught by readings, study guides, teleconferences, study group workshops, seminars, lectures and independent study contracts. E-mail computer conferencing is available as an aid to study. A microcomputer would be an advantage. A reading list will be available on request from the subject adviser.
Assessment
Module 1 - essay or written discussion of set issues: 20% * Module 2 - lesson plans, take-home test and peer or class teaching: 40% * Module 3 - negotiated group or individual projects: 40%