5886 (v.3) Ed 586 - Curriculum and Instruction SII - Physical Science

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Area:	Department of Education
Credits:	12.5
Contact Hours:	1.5
Lecture:	1 x 1.5 Hours Weekly
Prerequisite(s):	5875 (v.3) Ed 575 - Curriculum and Instruction SI - Science or any previous version
Syllabus:	Specifically designed for all Bachelor of Education (secondary) and Graduate Diploma in Education students who will be teaching Physical Science units at the Year 11 and 12 levels. In addition to covering some basic conceptual knowledge needed to teach upper secondary science, it also aims to improve your knowledge and understanding of upper school Physical Science syllabi while developing confidence in conducting science activities in the upper school.
Unit Outcomes:	On successful completion of this unit students will have- Understanding of the nature and structure of physical science curricula and instructional practices in Western Australian Secondary Schools. Become familiar with the Year 11 and 12 syllabi in chemistry, physical science, physics or senior science. Developed an understanding and skill in the use of curriculum materials, text-books, laboratory manuals and other resources in current use in the teaching of physical sciences. Become able to utilise guidelines for organising a teaching programme in upper school science. Improved their understanding and skills in relation to student and curriculum evaluation. Developed skills in assessment with some emphasis on laboratory-based activities. Become aware of the role of the Curriculum Council and the Tertiary Entrance Examination in assessment at the upper school level. have developed an understanding of the purposes, methods and problems associated with laboratory activities and demonstrations in science teaching.
Text and references listed above are for your information only and current as of September 30, 2003. Please check with the unit coordinator for up-to-date information.
Unit References:	Dawson, C. (1994). Science Teaching in the Secondary School. Melbourne, Longman. DeBoer, G.E. (1991). A History of Ideas in Science Education - Implications for Practice. NY, Teachers College Press. Dekkers, J. and de Laeter, J.R. (1994). Enrolment Trends for Non-Traditional Science Subjects in the Upper Secondary School. Australian Science Teachers Journal, 4O, 2, 24-29. Driver, R., Guesne, E. and Tiberghien, A. (1985). Children's Ideas in Science. Milton Keynes, Open University Press. Driver, R., Leach, J., Millar,R., and Scott, P. (1996). Young People's Images of Science. Buckingham, Open University Press. Driver, R., Squires, A., Rushworth, P., and Wood-Robinson, V. (1994). Making Sense of Secondary Science. London, Routledge. Duschl, R.A. (1990). Restructuring Science Education - The Importance of Theories and Their Development. NY, Teachers College Press.
Unit Texts:	Dawson, C. (1997). Science Teaching in the Secondary School. Melbourne, Longman.
Unit Assessment Breakdown:	Work Program and Lesson Presentation - Analysis and Evaluation 20%, Construct Three (3) Lesson Plans/Activities 20%, Assignment - Students' Alternative Perceptions 25%, Resource File 35%. This is by grade/mark assessment.
Year Location Period Internal Area External Central External 2004 Bentley Campus Semester 2 Y