Science for Secondary Teaching 2

Course aim

To further develop students capabilities to teach science using contemporary approaches that are appropriate to learners in secondary school.

Course content

Students will apply and scrutinise a range of contemporary practices, including inquiry approaches, to engage, challenge and assess scientific understanding of all learners. They will critically analyse prevailing modes of teaching science and explore ways to enhance participation and engagement for all students. Students will analyse how key curriculum documents, such as the Australian Curriculum, shape secondary school science teaching and learning, and empower their students to be scientifically literate and informed citizens.

Textbook(s)

Venville, G Dawson, V & Donovan, J 2019, The Art of Teaching Science: A comprehensive guide to the teaching of secondary school science, 3rd edition, Routledge, Oxfordshire, UK

Prerequisite(s)

Common to all relevant programs
Subject Area & Catalogue Number	Course Name
EDUC 5197	Science for Secondary Teaching 1

Corequisite(s)

Nil

Teaching method

Component	Duration
INTERNAL, MAWSON LAKES
Tutorial	3 hours x 9 weeks
EXTERNAL, MAWSON LAKES, ONLINE
Online (Online workshop)	3 hours x 9 weeks

Note: These components may or may not be scheduled in every study period. Please refer to the timetable for further details.

Assessment

Professional plan, Reflection

Fees

EFTSL*: 0.125
Commonwealth Supported program (Band 1)
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* Equivalent Full Time Study Load. Please note: all EFTSL values are published and calculated at ten decimal places. Values are displayed to three decimal places for ease of interpretation.