Natural Science, Live-Science and Technology

Natural Science, Live-Science and Technology

The aim of the science modules is that the students develop competences in integrating teaching and

learning theory and teaching methods as a condition of a creative and engaging teaching in science themes

for the pupils of classes 1-6 (5-12 years) in global perspectives. The subject-related coherence in science

finds expression in an exemplary and thematic teaching. Science deals with nature, technology, vital

necessities, and the human being��s interplay with nature in the near and distant surroundings (local and

global world). The practical/experimental and investigating work is central for the subject. The science

modules are a broad approach to working methods on science and knowledge about nature, technology,

vital necessities and conditions of life.

Through education in the subject the student should develop competences in using didactics and

knowledge of the subject in their school practice, ability to think the subject into cross-curricular themes

and issues, ability to participate in team groups and use ITC in their work with the subject.

The student will be in an intercultural and international context where they will develop competences to:

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handle intercultural and international characteristic situations in which the ��other�� could be

present,

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stimulate an intercultural and international communication,

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be able to organize a classroom, a classroom corner, the school environment as a stimulating and

rich playing & learning environment in an international and intercultural context and

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working on their own development through reflection and research in a intercultural and

international context.

Module 1: Experience science - the nature of science and science processes

Target group:

Level of the unit:

Students educational studies

BA

Entrance requirements: none; advice is: good English

Number of ECTS credits: 5

Competences to be developed:

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Understanding of the aspects of scientific method, and an ability to demonstrate a scientific

knowledge of science in schoolwork in an intercultural and international context.

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Used exemplary cognition and working forms in science and teaching forms which are to further a

progression in the pupils�� learning and which are to develop their practical proficiencies, creativity,

the critical eye, openness and active participation in intercultural and international situations

involving natural science knowledge, expertise and to inspire them to ask questions and make

examinations

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Knowledge about teaching the formulation of hypotheses, experimentation, systematic

observations, openness, discussions, critical assessment, argumentation, practical and theoretical

work in laboratories and in the field, grounds for conclusion and presentation

Learning outcomes Educational activities

Assessment

Estimated

student

work time in

hours

Being able to apply

the scientific

working method in

primary school

The teaching methods

include seminars,

lectures, group

assignments, labs,

outdoor excursions,

field work (work field

training) and literature

studies

Being able to

analyse children��s

learning in science

at different age

levels and stages of The course will include

development

both practical and

theoretical studies,

individually and in

Being able to plan groups

and describe

concrete teaching

courses within the

subject didactical

contents of the

module

Being able to think

towards a model of

the development of

The subject will

connect with the other

subjects in the

European Teacher

Education as well as

with the student��s

teaching practice

The student's

performance is

assessed through

various forms of

written, oral and

practical

examinations.

The student has to

document their work

by producing a

portfolio.

The portfolio should

contain a collection

of carefully selected

materials and

reflections that

provide a record of

professional growth

in international

teaching.

Through their

125 h

understanding

science

Being able to

planning for

activities, carrying

out and evaluating

investigations in a

global perspective

Being able to make

excursion and fieldwork in the local

area including

laboratory work

Understand

children��s

development at

different age levels

(educational

theory)

Being able to make

distinctions

between physical

and chemical

processes

Basic knowledge��s

of materials and

their properties

Basic knowledge��s

portfolios candidates

will demonstrate

their skills,

knowledge and

understanding, and

show that they have

continually

monitored their

growth and reflected

on their development

as international

teachers.

The module ends

with a presentation

that has to be

approved by the

teacher. All students

are under an

obligation to attend

at the presentations.

The exam is both oral

and practical. The

student will be

examined

individually.

The assessment is

based on a

theoretical, practical

and educational

knowledge.

The student will be

examined on the

basis of the content

of the module.

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energy

Suggested reading:

Harlen,Wynne: Teaching, learning & assessing science 5-12. Sage Publications Ltd 2006

Ward Hellen, Roden J., Hewlett C. and Foreman J.: Teaching science in primary classroom. Paul Chapman

Publishing 2005

Harlen, Wynne: Teaching and learning science for a better future. ASE Annual Conference, University of

Reading, January 2009

Devereux Jane: Science for primary and early years �C developing subject knowledge. Sage Publications Ltd

2007

Module 2: Diversity in nature (Ecological relationships, life processes and living things)

Target group: Students educational studies

Level of the unit:

BA

Entrance requirements: none; advised is: good English

Number of ECTS credits:

5

Competences to be developed:

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Knowledge in fundamental ecology and biodiversity, including evolution, in global perspectives.

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Skills in explaining and visualizing this scientific content to international primary school pupils.

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Ability to link theories concerning science education with teaching practice.

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Knowledge about finding out the pupils ideas and skills by questioning, observing, etc. in an

intercultural and international context and deciding appropriate action based on the pupils existing

ideas and skills.

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Ability to collecting evidence (first hand and from secondary sources) about the world around

Learning

outcomes.

Educational activities

Being able to

identify and

Parts of the course are

based on the students'

Assessment

Estimated

student work

time in hours

The student's

performance is

125 h

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