Methods and practice of teaching biology
2 hours per week * Full-year subject * Clayton * Prerequisites: Minor (2 years) in one of the biological sciences
Students with majors only in biochemistry or pharmacology are advised to discuss their choice of methods with the lecturer-in-charge before enrolling. In addition to VCE biology, this method prepares students for other secondary biological science subjects. All students will be expected to participate in a camp to be held in March. VCAB booklets will be purchased through the faculty. References and short courses to broaden students' biological knowledge will be provided during the course.
Assessment
Practical work * Assignments * Attendance * Satisfactory completion of practical teaching
Recommended texts
Connell R W Teachers' work Allen and Unwin, 1985
Fensham P J (ed.) Development and dilemmas in science education Falmer, 1988
Holt J How children fail Pelican, 1973
Osborne R and Freyberg P Learning in science Heinemann, 1985
Tudor E R and Tudor E McG Understanding the human body Pitman
Various authors Genetics: a human focus; Issues in biology; Animal structure and function; Behaviour; Research investigation (Topics in Biology Series), Nelson, 1984
White R T Learning science Blackwell, 1988