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This unit information may be updated and amended immediately prior to semester. To ensure you have the correct outline, please check it again at the beginning of semester.
The purpose of this unit is to familiarise students with the science learning area of the Australian Curriculum and a range of curriculum materials available for lower secondary science. The unit is designed to allow students to explore the nature of scientific inquiry and to develop their understanding of the process of science as well as to strengthen their skills in handling laboratory equipment likely to be used in lower secondary science classes. The unit focuses on reinforcing conceptual understanding of the principles of the social constructivist approach to science education, creating learning experiences to develop acceptable scientific conceptual frameworks and inquiry skills connected to science as a human endeavour.
Mixed mode delivery with on-line support
On completion of this unit students should be able to:
Lectures, Laboratory based practical work, Co-operative group work, On-line discussion.
GS1 GRADING SCHEMA 1 Used for standard coursework units
Students please note: The marks and grades received by students on assessments may be subject to further moderation. All marks and grades are to be considered provisional until endorsed by the relevant Board of Examiners.
| Type | Description | Value |
|---|---|---|
| Assignment | Science learning sequence | 50% |
| Assignment | Resource materials evaluation | 50% |
^ Mandatory reference
For the purposes of considering a request for Reasonable Adjustments under the Disability Standards for Education (Commonwealth 2005), inherent requirements for this subject are articulated in the Unit Description, Learning Outcomes and Assessment Requirements of this entry. The University is dedicated to provide support to those with special requirements. Further details on the support for students with disabilities or medical conditions can be found at the Access and Inclusion website.
Edith Cowan University has firm rules governing academic misconduct and there are substantial penalties that can be applied to students who are found in breach of these rules. Academic misconduct includes, but is not limited to:
Additionally, any material submitted for assessment purposes must be work that has not been submitted previously, by any person, for any other unit at ECU or elsewhere.
The ECU rules and policies governing all academic activities, including misconduct, can be accessed through the ECU website.
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This unit information may be updated and amended immediately prior to semester. To ensure you have the correct outline, please check it again at the beginning of semester.
The purpose of this unit is to familiarise students with the science learning area of the Australian Curriculum and a range of curriculum materials available for lower secondary science. The unit is designed to allow students to explore the nature of scientific inquiry and to develop their understanding of the process of science as well as to strengthen their skills in handling laboratory equipment likely to be used in lower secondary science classes. The unit focuses on reinforcing conceptual understanding of the principles of the social constructivist approach to science education, creating learning experiences to develop acceptable scientific conceptual frameworks and inquiry skills connected to science as a human endeavour.
Mixed mode delivery with on-line support
On completion of this unit students should be able to:
Lectures, Laboratory based practical work, Co-operative group work, On-line discussion.
GS1 GRADING SCHEMA 1 Used for standard coursework units
Students please note: The marks and grades received by students on assessments may be subject to further moderation. All marks and grades are to be considered provisional until endorsed by the relevant Board of Examiners.
| Type | Description | Value |
|---|---|---|
| Assignment | Science learning sequence | 50% |
| Assignment | Resource materials evaluation | 50% |
^ Mandatory reference
For the purposes of considering a request for Reasonable Adjustments under the Disability Standards for Education (Commonwealth 2005), inherent requirements for this subject are articulated in the Unit Description, Learning Outcomes and Assessment Requirements of this entry. The University is dedicated to provide support to those with special requirements. Further details on the support for students with disabilities or medical conditions can be found at the Access and Inclusion website.
Edith Cowan University has firm rules governing academic misconduct and there are substantial penalties that can be applied to students who are found in breach of these rules. Academic misconduct includes, but is not limited to:
Additionally, any material submitted for assessment purposes must be work that has not been submitted previously, by any person, for any other unit at ECU or elsewhere.
The ECU rules and policies governing all academic activities, including misconduct, can be accessed through the ECU website.
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