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Handbook 1997 : Faculty of Education : Bachelor of Teaching

485-230 Learning Area (Primary): Science

Credit Points:

10.0

Coordinator:

Terry Harrison

Prerequisite/s:

Teachers, Inquiry and Learning 2; School Experience and Practice Teaching 2.

Timetable:

Semester 1

Contact:

3 hours of lectures/workshops each week plus 10 hours of fieldwork

Objectives:

On completion of this subject students should be able to:

  • communicate understandings of major science concepts;

  • investigate and identify features of children's understandings of a science concept; and

  • identify a range of experiences and resources appropriate to teach a range of science concepts.

Content:

Aspects of natural and physical science and technology, including children's understandings and pertinent learning experiences relevant to teaching in primary school.

Assessment:

A 1500 word written assignment (50%); short written assignments (1500 words equivalent) (50%). Hurdle Requirement: Satisfactory completion of a set task covering science content of the primary curriculum. Satisfactory completion of weekly tasks.
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