EDF5458

Methods and practice of teaching general science A

(EDU)

Proposed to be offered next in 2002

Robyne Bowering (Clayton) Dr J H Gough (Gippsland)

6 points + 3 hours per week + First semester + Clayton (on campus) + Gippsland (off campus) + Prerequisites: Bachelor of Science

Synopsis: An Introduction to the preparation of teaching General Science in Secondary Schools (Years 7 - 10). Particular emphasis is placed on the nature of science and on looking at students prior views and how students learn science concepts and construct their own meanings. In addition, this unit is concerned with an examination of curriculum documents such as the Victorian Curriculum and Standards Framework and with how to develop interesting and effective lesson plans.

Assessment: Assignments: 70% and Class Presentation: 30%, Attendance at a three day Science Camp in March (Clayton Students ); Assignments: 100% (Gippsland students) + 80% Attendance and participation in the workshops is also a requirement for Clayton students.