Academic Calendar 2017/2018 - Science Education (Junior/Intermediate)

EDUC 4344  Science Education (Junior/Intermediate)

Hours:

24

Credits:

1.5

Description:

A rationale for curriculum design particular to science; curriculum guidelines established by the Ontario Ministry of Education for the Junior and Intermediate Divisions; and planning appropriate curriculum units. A study of the aims, scope, sequence and structure of the curriculum in science at the Junior and Intermediate Divisions. Science - the underlying structure and framework of principles and concepts of science and technology; the development of science processes and attitudes; an investigation of current approaches and instructional strategies which link scientific understanding to child development.