EDF4220

Science education: teaching and learning in science

(EDU)

Not offered in 2002

Dr K Malone

6 points + 2 hours per week + Second semester + Peninsula

Synopsis: Methods for exploring and describing children's understandings. Common curricula such as the Curriculum and Standards Framework (CSM) series and the national curriculum. Students explore their own understanding of a range of natural phenomena to increase their confidence in teaching and learning science; and devise appropriate learning activities and strategies for use in primary school classes.

Assessment: Design and presentation of a science curriculum unit (3000 words): 50% + Folio of work tasks (2500 words): 50%