Education (EDUC) - Science Education (Primary/Junior)
EDUC 4284 Science Education (Primary/Junior)
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 Primary and Junior Divisions; and planning appropriate curriculum units. A study of the aims, scope, sequence and structure of the curriculum in science at the Primary and Junior Divisions. Science - the underlying structure and framework of principles and concepts of science and technology; the development of science processes and attitudes; and an investigation of current approaches and instructional strategies which link scientific understanding to child development