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4316 (v.4) Ed 486 - Curriculum and Instruction SII - Physical Science
Area: | Department of Education |
Credits: | 12.5 |
Contact Hours: | 1.5 |
Tutorial: | 1 x 1.5 Hours Weekly |
Prerequisite(s): | 4305 (v.3) Ed 475 - Curriculum and Instruction S1 - Science
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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. |
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Unit Outcomes: | On successful completion of this unit, students will have- An 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. The ability 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. An awareness of the role of the Curriculum Council and the Tertiary Entrance Examination in assessment at the upper school level. Developed an understanding of the purposes, methods and problems associated with laboratory activities and demonstrations in science teaching. |
Texts and references listed below are for your information only and current as of September 30, 2003. Some units taught offshore are modified at selected locations. Please check with the unit coordinator for up-to-date information and approved offshore variations to unit information before finalising study and textbook purchases. |
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), Enrollment 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. |
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Unit Assessment Breakdown: | Assignment 1 Work Program and Lesson Presentation - Analysis and Evaluation 20%, Construct three lesson plans/activities 20%, Assignment 2 - Students' Alternative Perceptions 25%, Assignment 3 - Resource File 35%. This is by grade/mark assessment. |
Field of Education: | 70300 Curriculum and Education Studies (Narrow Grouping) | HECS Band (if applicable): | 1 |
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Extent to which this unit or thesis utilises online information: | Not Online | Result Type: | Grade/Mark |
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Availability
| Year | Location | Period | Internal | Area External | Central External | | 2004 | Bentley Campus | Semester 2 | Y | | |
Area
External | refers to external course/units run by the School or Department, offered online or through Web CT, or offered by research. |
Central
External | refers to external course/units run through the Curtin Bentley-based Distance Education Area |
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