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Leader: Dr D Corrigan
Offered:
Clayton Second semester 2005 (Day)
Clayton Second semester 2005 (OCL)
Synopsis: This unit builds on the concepts introduced in EDF5464. The major focus of this unit will be to further develop strategies and pedagogy appropriate for teaching Chemistry in Years 7 to 12.
Objectives: The objectives of this unit are to realise and justify the importance of teaching Chemistry in the secondary school curriculum; to demonstrate an awareness of issues associated with the study of Chemistry. These include the relationship between science, technology and society; real world chemistry; the barriers raised by traditional science and chemistry curricula.
Assessment: Assignment 1: Teaching portfolio (2000 words): 50% + Assignment 2: Curriculum (2000 words):50% + Student participation in the unit is vital and an 80% attendance requirement is required so students can fully participate in the workshops via attendance or on-line chat forum.
Contact Hours: 3 hours per week
Prerequisites: EDF5464