EMS308 Science & Technology Curriculum (8)

CSU Discipline Area: Curriculum Studies (CURIC)

Duration: One session

Abstract:

This subject enables students to develop a deep understanding of what is involved in the teaching of science and technology in the primary school, and in the delivery of good science and technology practice. The pedagogy modelled in this subject is consistent with the learning theory of hybrid constructivism. Class sessions are structured around a project-based learning approach designed to address the curriculum requirements of the New South Wales Science and Technology Syllabus.

+ Subject Availability Modes and Locations

Session 2
Internal	Bathurst
Internal	Wagga Wagga

Continuing students should consult the SAL for current offering details: EMS308

Where differences exist between the Handbook and the SAL, the SAL should be taken as containing the correct subject offering details.

Assumed Knowledge:

EMS108

Objectives:

Upon successful completion of this subject, students should:

- understand science discipline knowledge in context with a range of topics in the NSW Science and Technology K-6 Syllabus;
- be able to use the concept of pedagogical content knowledge in curriculum design, including the meta-language of science and technology, and science literacy;
- be able to appreciate the nature of authentic technology education in the primary school;
- be able to describe assessment and evaluation procedures relevant to science and technology;
- be able to use the 'design, make and appraise' heuristic in primary science and technology lessons;
- be able to use technology effectively to achieve a range of personal and educational outcomes;
- be able to design and evaluate practical science activities suitable for primary grades.

Syllabus:

The subject will cover the following topics:

-Science and Technology discipline knowledge in context. -Curriculum design and development. -Pedagogical approaches and their application to learning in science and technology. -Approaches to assessment and evaluation. -Project-based learning. -Demands of the NSW K-6 Science and Technology syllabus.

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