In this course, you will experience a framework that will drive your students’ desire to participate in science lessons. You will build your confidence and skills by learning:
- How to teach the Science Inquiry Skills strand of the curriculum.
- How to involve your students in interesting science investigations.
- How other teachers use science inquiry in their classroom.
- How to download science lesson plans and worksheets for the year level/s you teach.
Primary teachers
2.5.2 Proficient Level - Know the content and how to teach it - Literacy and numeracy strategies: Apply knowledge and understanding of effective teaching strategies to support students’ literacy and numeracy achievement
3.3.2 Proficient Level - Plan for and implement Effective Teaching and Learning - Use teaching strategies: Select and use relevant teaching strategies to develop knowledge, skills, problem-solving, and critical and creative thinking
3.4.2 Proficient Level - Plan for and implement Effective Teaching and Learning - Select and use resources: Select and/or create and use a range of resources, including ICT, to engage students in their learning.
This course may contribute towards Elective PD hours. Visit https://educationstandards.nsw.edu.au for more details.
Introduction
Aims and Objectives
Course Handout - Teach Science Inquiry in the Primary Classroom
Inquiry Learning in Science
Set a Learning Goal
Task: Set a Learning Goal
Why Teach Science Inquiry
Science Inquiry Skills Strand
Stages of Science Inquiry
Ask a Testable Question
Ask a Testable Question - Answers
Make Predictions
Design an Investigation
Test Variables
Collect Data
Analyse Data
Communicate Findings
Quick Check-In
Task: Quick Check-In
Teaching Resources
Teaching Tips
Reflect on your Learning
Task: Reflect on your Learning
Your Next Steps
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