Science education 2
Dr A P Horvath
4 points
* 2 hours per week
* Second semester
* Peninsula
*
Prerequisites: EDN2475
Objectives Upon successful completion of this subject, students should be able to explain and demonstrate the principles and practices appropriate to effective teaching of science; design science units using suitable reference and resources; acquire evaluation and self-evaluation strategies in teaching science.
Synopsis This subject builds on EDN2475 and on the students' experience in practice teaching. Examination and analysis of various curriculum materials and program designs for primary school science and technology. A selection of topics drawn from the breadth of the science curriculum to illustrate various teaching and management strategies, unit planning and evaluation and use of resources. Consideration of some key concepts in science as relevant to the topics chosen.
Assessment Examination: 70%
* Assignment (1000 words): 30%
| Published by Monash University, Clayton, Victoria
3168 Copyright © Monash University 1996 - All Rights Reserved - Caution Authorised by the Academic Registrar December 1996 |