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2014/15 Taught Postgraduate Module Catalogue
EDUC5146M Science Education: Teaching and Learning
30 creditsClass Size: 20
Module manager: Dr Indira Banner
Email: i.banner@education.leeds.ac.uk
Taught: Semester 2 (Jan to Jun) View Timetable
Year running 2014/15
Pre-requisite qualifications
Normally a first degree and at least 2 years' experience in the field of education. Other applicants with appropriate experience will be considered on an individual basis.This module is not approved as an Elective
Objectives
On completion of this module, students should have a systematic understanding and critical awareness of:- a range of theoretical perspectives on learning in science;
- the development of children's scientific thinking and of their understanding of key scientific concepts;
- methods for probing pupils' understanding and interpreting the findings;
- the process of instructional design at different levels: curriculum planning, units of work, individual lessons;
- factors which influence the effectiveness of teaching;
- methods of researching instructional design;
- methods of evaluating teaching.
Syllabus
This module focuses on the teaching and learning of science with particular emphasis on science concept content matter. It is suitable for all practitioners interested in understanding more deeply the processes of teaching and learning and the ways in which teaching can be developed to support more effective learning. After considering what is meant by 'learning science', a range of state-of-the-art views on learning science, including cognitive, social and situated perspectives, are compared and contrasted.
The implications of these perspectives for planning and implementing teaching are then explored with particular attention being paid to the opportunities and demands of real classrooms.
Throughout, the development of the module the relevant research methodologies for monitoring and evaluating both science teaching and learning, will be considered and links made to the international science education literature.
Teaching methods
| Delivery type | Number | Length hours | Student hours |
| Lecture | 12 | 2.00 | 24.00 |
| Private study hours | 276.00 | ||
| Total Contact hours | 24.00 | ||
| Total hours (100hr per 10 credits) | 300.00 | ||
Private study
- 3 hours preparation per lecture = 36 hours- 2 hours follow up per lecture = 24 hours
- 216 hours research and preparation for assignments.
This module is taught through a combination of lectures, seminars and interactive workshops totaling 24 hours.
Opportunities for Formative Feedback
- Preparation and follow-up tasks for each lecture- Tasks during lectures
- Submission of assessment elements (a) and (b).
Methods of assessment
Coursework
| Assessment type | Notes | % of formal assessment |
| Assignment | an analysis of children's thinking in a specified conceptual area and implications for teaching | 35.00 |
| Assignment | focussed on an area of science teaching and learning of particular interest to the participant. 6,000 word total for both assignments | 65.00 |
| Total percentage (Assessment Coursework) | 100.00 | |
Normally resits will be assessed by the same methodology as the first attempt, unless otherwise stated
Reading list
The reading list is available from the Library websiteLast updated: 16/09/2015
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