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EDUC3150

Science & Technology for Early Childhood Educators

10 Units 3000 Level Course

Not available in 2012

Previously offered in 2009, 2008, 2007, 2006, 2005, 2004

Provides students with an understanding of children's development (0-8 years) in relation to the learning of science and technology. Students plan, implement and evaluate appropriate learning experiences for young children in the area of science and technology.

Objectives
For students to demonstrate
1. understandings of child development (0-8 years)and to apply these to the teaching of science and technology;
2. planning, implementation and evaluation of appropriate learning experiences for young children in the area of science and technology;
3. proficiency in the use of curriculum frameworks and syllabus documents in planning and programming for science and technology;
4. content knowledge in science and technology.
Content
Topics will include:
. built environments;
. information and communication;
. earth and its surroundings - air, water, the earth, the solar system and space;
. physical phenomena - sound, light, magnetism and electricity;
. use of technology in teaching.
Replacing Course(s)
N/A
Transition
N/A
Industrial Experience
0
Assumed Knowledge
SCIM2030
EDUC2001
Modes of Delivery
Internal Mode
Teaching Methods
Workshop
Computer Lab
Assessment Items
Other: (please specify)
1. Content Knowledge Task(50%) 2. Curriculum Planning Task (50%)
Contact Hours
Computer Lab: for 1 hour(s) per Week for Full Term
Tutorial: for 2 hour(s) per Week for Full Term