Subject description

This subject introduces preservice primary teachers to the science and technology content knowledge they will need to be effective classroom teachers. In EDSC102, pre-service teachers will develop their understanding of biology, chemistry, geology and physics and build skills related to conducting scientific investigations and the design process. This content knowledge … For more content click the Read More button below.

Equivalence

EDKS301 - Science and Technology: Learning Across the Curriculum

Tutorial enrolment

Students can enrol online via the Tutorial Enrolment link in SOLS

Delivery

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Teaching staff

Subject coordinators
Lecturers
Tutors

Learning outcomes

On successful completion of this subject, students will be able to:
1.
Develop knowledge and skills relating to conducting practical investigations and research in Science and Technology such as how to design a fair test, explain observations and communicate findings
2.
Develop knowledge and skills relating to design and production processes, including planning, producing, testing and evaluating.
3.
Develop knowledge of concepts in Science and Technology, including those from the Nature and History of science.

Assessment details

First-hand Investigation
Design task
Final Exam

Contact details

Faculty contact

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