Details for CRS233 Science and Technology

This course will explore the teaching and learning of Science and Technology in an early childhood and primary setting;
with a particular emphasis on The Early Years Learning Framework and K-6 Science and Technology curriculum and
syllabus developed by NESA and ACARA. It will cover key concepts and approaches in the science and technology
learning area (curriculum and syllabus documents and pedagogy). Teacher Education Students (TES) will explore what it means to work scientifically in a technological age and consider the importance of science for the environment,
communities and individuals and the potential cross-cultural sensitivities and worldviews found in the cultural diversity
of Australian classrooms

Quick Stats

• Currently offered by Alphacrucis: Yes
• Course code: CRS233
• Credit points: 10

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Prerequisite

The following are prerequisites:

• EDU103 Foundations of Christian Education
• Or 40 credit points

Unit Content

Outcomes

1. Critically examine and review
   curriculum documents and
   approaches based on current
   research into Science and
   Technology practice in the early
   childhood and primary classroom.
2. Illustrate and compare, with
   reference to classroom practice and
   current literature, the pedagogies
   for the safe, ethical and effective
   teaching of science; analyse the
   different teaching pedagogies and
   produce a personal philosophy and
   code of conduct for science
   teaching.
3. Develop curriculum materials,
   lesson plans, and assessment items
   for the relevant Early Childhood and
   F-6 Science and Technology syllabus
   within a theoretical and practical
   framework.
4. Apply skills that demonstrate an
   understanding of the scientific
   method, working scientifically and
   integrating ICT experiences within
   the science classroom.
5. Illustrate what it means to engage
   students in science and technology
   education and in society and reflect
   on one’s own professional
   development.

Subject Content

1. Introduction to Science and Technology
2. The Science and Technology curriculum in the early and primary year
3. Approaches to Teaching Science and Technology
4. Working Scientifically
5. Working Technologically
6. The Design Process
7. Unit of Work

This course may be offered in the following formats

• Face to face (intensive)
• E-learning (online/synchronous)

Please check the timetable to see when this subject will next be offered at Alphacrucis University College.

Assessment Methods

1. Forum Posts (20%)
2. Major Essay (35%)
3. Assessing a Unit of Work (40%)
4. Personal Reflection (5%)

Prescribed Text

No prescribed texts applicable.