The content includes theory necessary to understand the teaching of science including constructivism, students' conceptions, conceptual change, scientific literacy and nature of science. The content also includes the essential, practical aspects of teaching science including science curriculum, planning, teaching strategies, laboratory safety and assessment. Finally, the content extends beyond the basics and enables exploration of issues facing science educators today such as the use of analogies and models, motivation, resources, excursions and using ICT in the classroom. -- Course Website
Instructor: Winthrop Professor Grady Venville
Prerequisites: enrolment in one of the following: a Bachelor of Education combined course, Graduate Diploma in Education, Master of Teaching, Master of Science Communication and Education; and EDUC5465 Science Curriculum I (formerly EDUC8465 Science Curriculum I)
