EDF5137 General science education in the secondary years A

This unit introduces you to the language, methods and major ideas useful in contemporary science teaching and focuses on content, pedagogy and the interrelationships between them, laying a strong foundation for career-long professional learning. You will develop your subject matter knowledge and skills from critically engaging with national and international research literature relevant to teaching in secondary schools and refine your attitudes through reflecting on your past and current experiences. The unit draws on concepts from constructivist theories of learning, pedagogical content knowledge and critical reflection enabling you to apply evidence-based teaching approaches that successfully facilitate student learning. You will be assisted to trial and critique a wide variety of purposeful and effective teaching strategies including the implementation of information and communication technology (ICT) skills and techniques considered essential for establishing a productive, diverse and sustainable secondary classroom. The unit emphasises a view of learning about teaching as an ongoing, collaborative process that is developed through engaging with theory, research and critical reflection on experience.