The aim of the unit is to prepare students to becoming successful primary science teachers by broadening their scientific and pedagogical knowledge. In doing so, the unit emphasizes enhancement of students' scientific literacy, as well as developing skills and knowledge in teaching primary science confidently. Throughout the unit students will be provided with many opportunities to develop their understanding regarding core scientific ideas, the practices that scientists use in creating knowledge about the world, and appreciation of the role of science in everyday life. Students will become acquainted with primary science educational models and resources, and some underpinning science education theories. By participating in hands-on and minds-on teaching pedagogies, students will learn how to apply their acquired knowledge, to teaching primary science in effective and engaging ways.

Unit details

Location:
Footscray Park
Online Real Time
Remote
Study level:
Undergraduate
Credit points:
12
Unit code:
EEC2103

Prerequisites

EEC1108 - Literacy Across the Continuum 1

EEC1111 - Personal and Professional Learning for Teaching

Successful completion of the Literacy and Numeracy Test for Initial Education students. This unit is only for Education students undertaking the courses EBED and ABED.

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Learning Outcomes

On successful completion of this unit, students will be able to:
  1. Demonstrate the ability to apply the 5E model in primary science teaching;  
  2. Develop skills and knowledge required for planning and conducting a scientific investigation  
  3. Critically analyse science curricula and lesson plans in relation to theories  
  4. Work collaboratively in developing professional capabilities  

Assessment

Assessment type Description Grade
Presentation Microteaching 30%
Report Inquiry based lab report 30%
Test Case and commentary 40%

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