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Module Specifications

Current Academic Year 2012 - 2013
Please note that this information is subject to change.

Module Title	Special Methods Science
Module Code	ES472
School	School of Education Studies
Online Module Resources
Module Co-ordinator	Semester 1: James Lovatt Semester 2: James Lovatt Autumn: James Lovatt
NFQ level	8	Credit Rating	5
Pre-requisite	None
Co-requisite	None
Compatibles	None
Incompatibles	None

Description

To equip student teachers with the ability to define, create and maintain an effective learningenvironment. To introduce students to contemporary approaches in a range of teaching &learning skills. To develop confidence in a range of initial teaching skills through reviews,analysis, demonstration, peer coaching and guided feedback To provide students with adetailed knowledge and understanding of the content and assessment methodology of the Junior Cycle and Senior Cycle curricula in Science in second-level schools.

Learning Outcomes

1. Describe the content, methodology and assessment techniques of the Junior Cycle and Senior Cycle syllabus in Science as taught in second-level schools
2. Map an appropriate teaching scheme for the Junior Cycle and Senior Cycle Syllabus in Science as taught in second-level schools.
3. Articulate and relate the appropriate teaching methods and specific challenges in delivering Science as taught in second-level schools.
4. Design a range of resources appropriate for use in the teaching Science as taught in second-level schools.
5. Wwork in collegiality with colleagues in the interests of sharing, promoting, developing and supporting best professional practice in the teaching of Science in second level schools.

Workload	Full-time hours per semester
*Type*	*Hours*	*Description*
Lecture	36	Input and Reflective
Library	24	Research on Emerging Pedadogy
Independent learning time	65	Reflection and Research Related to Experience
Total Workload: 125

All module information is indicative and subject to change. For further information,students are advised to refer to the University's Marks and Standards and Programme Specific Regulations at: http://www.dcu.ie/registry/examinations/index.shtml

Indicative Content and Learning Activities

Planning.
Lesson and Scheme planning for Junior and Senior Cycle 2nd level teaching with particular reference to aims, learning outcomes, methods and assessment.

Skills Development.
Introduction to core teaching and microteaching skills including lower and higher order questioning and varying stimuli.

General Methodologies.
Introduction to general methods including participative learning methods including, role play, group work and pair work, teacher exposition, concept development and teaching texts.

Curriculum and Resources.
Exploration and analysis of syllabus, Special Education and diversity.

Methodologies for teaching Science.
Practical classes, Inquiry based learning, Problem based learning, integrating ICT into science teaching, data logging, differentiating science, appropriate assessment for science teaching, using media in science teaching (text, video, animations), teaching data representations through science episodes.

Teaching Core Values.
Introduction to and exemplification of core values including collegiality, collaboration, cooperation, commitment and student centred learning.

Assessment Breakdown
Continuous Assessment	100%	Examination Weight	0%

Course Work Breakdown
Type	Description	% of total	Assessment Date
Assignment	Development of a unit of work with specific rationale and discussion of proposed teaching methods	100%	Sem 1 End

Reassessment Requirement
Resit arrangements are explained by the following categories; 1 = A resit is available for all components of the module 2 = No resit is available for 100% continuous assessment module 3 = No resit is available for the continuous assessment component
This module is category 1

Indicative Reading List

Other Resources

None

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Programme or List of Programmes

BSSAO

Study Abroad (DCU Business School)

ECSAO

Study Abroad (Engineering & Computing)

HMSA

Study Abroad (Humanities & Soc Science)

HMSAO