Hobart, Online
Minimum enrolment number of 12 applies to this offering. Should enrolments not reach the minimum number required for on-campus study; students may be transferred to the on-line offering and advised of this change before semester commences.
Introduction
This unit builds on the knowledge and skills developed in the previous unit, EMT530, but focuses more deeply on science education in complex and authentic contexts, including the demands of the senior science syllabi (years 11 & 12). Further development of confidence and competence in science pedagogy at the lower secondary level (Years 7 to 10) is also addressed. Greater recognition is paid to the nexus of learning outcomes, assessment and unit design with the aim of developing professional teacher judgment through the analysis of student learning; the role of assessment in student learning and its importance in the design of curriculum is examined through literature, reflective practice and critique of student work.
Summary
| Unit name | Senior Secondary Science Pedagogy |
| Unit code | EMT630 |
| Credit points | 12.5 |
| College/School | Arts and Society Faculty of Education |
| Discipline | Education |
| Coordinator | Doctor Donna Satterthwait |
| Delivered By | University of Tasmania |
| Level | Postgraduate |
Sustainable Development Goals
The Unit Coordinator has identified that this unit aligns with the following UN Sustainable Development Goals. We welcome your thoughts and feedback on the alignment of the unit with these goals.
Availability
Specific information on 2027 unit availability will be available in August
Key Dates
| Study Period | Start date | Census date | WW date | End date |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Semester 1 | 21/2/2027 | 15/3/2027 | 18/4/2027 | 12/6/2027 |
* The Final WW Date is the final date from which you can withdraw from the unit without academic penalty, however you will still incur a financial liability (refer to How do I withdraw from a unit? for more information).
Unit census dates currently displaying for 2027 are indicative and subject to change. Finalised census dates for 2027 will be available from the 1st October 2026. Note census date cutoff is 11.59pm AEST (AEDT during October to March).
Learning Outcomes
- develop senior science lessons that are consistent with senior syllabus requirements and the principles of sound educational theory and good practice.
- design assessment instruments that facilitate the learning of science and inform teacher judgments on student achievement.
- demonstrate knowledge, confidence and experience with science content and pedagogy appropriate for the secondary classroom.
- demonstrate familiarity with Australian National Curriculum: Science and other supportive resources appropriate for Years 7-12.
- engage with science education literature, professional organisations and their websites that provide resources and support for teachers of science.
Fee Information
2027 fee information will be available in August.
Requisites
Prerequisites
EMT530Teaching
| Teaching Pattern | On Campus: Off Campus: |
|---|---|
| Assessment | STEM Experiences Module (20%)|Senior Syllabus Learning Outcome Teaching Plan (30%)|Guided Inquiry Lesson Sequence (50%) |
| Timetable | View the lecture timetable | View the full unit timetable |
Textbooks
| Required |
Pugh, Kevin (2020). Transformative Science Education: Change how your students experience the world. New York, N.Y.: Teachers’ College Press. Boxer, Adam (2012) Teaching Secondary Science. John Catt Educational: Melton, UK *Please note there is no requirement to purchase the Perrin text if you already have the previously required Faigley text.
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| Recommended | Llewellyn, D. (2013). Teaching high school science through inquiry and argumentation (2nd ed.). Thousand Oaks, California: Corwin Press. University of Tasmania (2024). APA 7th edition. In Referencing guide. Retrieved from http://utas.libguides.com/content.php?pid=27520&sid=199805 |
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