EDF5117

Valuing science, innovation and society (6 points)

(EDU)

Leader: Ms B Jane & Dr J Edwards

Offered:
Peninsula Second semester 2005 (Day)

Synopsis:

Objectives: In this unit students should: i. Acquire an understanding of key theoretical and pedagogical perspectives and issues in the teaching and learning of science, technology and studies of society. ii. Be familiar with current policies and directions, including the shift to internationalising the curriculum, and documents relevant to science, technology and society. iii. Understand how the social science disciplines inform studies of societies and cultures and be able to identify the related concepts, generalisations, skills, values and attitudes. iv. Translate conceptual ideas and processes about science and technology into classroom learning activities for children using a variety of media and learning environments. v. Understand a variety of appropriate learning models - approaches that can be applied using a range of learning technologies in a variety of social, scientific and environmental contexts.

Assessment: Assignment 1: Design an integrated science, technology and studies of society learning sequence for a specific primary school year level (2000 words): 50% + Assignment 2: Community project: Students identify a need or problem within their local community; research the social issues which have contributed to this need or problem; and then design, produce and evaluate an authentic technology product to address the need or solve the problem. Students are to identify the science concepts underpinning the process. (2000 words): 50%

Contact Hours: 3 hrs per week