KS3 science for non-scientists: starting out SL276
Understand the core pedagogy that underpins science as a subject
Summary
If you are starting to teach or support science lessons for the first time it can be useful to understand the key ideas that teaching in the science is based on.
Investigate some of the key ideas around the identification and teaching of misconceptions, effective development of practical skills and use of specific science language and vocabulary. You will be able to ask questions in a supportive environment and be able to see the ‘big picture’ of what makes science as a subject. You may also be interested in then developing your subject knowledge in our separate course KS3 science for non-scientists.
Who is it for?
Teachers of other subjects who have been asked to teach science, teaching assistants and support staff of science at key stage 3.
What topics are covered?
• responding to and avoiding misconceptions in science• teaching KS3 practical work in science• strategies for develop students understanding of key language and vocabulary
How will you learn?
Live interactive remote session with an experienced practitioner.
How long is this course?
2 hours
Outcomes
By the end of the course you will be able to:
• understand how we approach misconceptions in science lessons• investigate effective practices in teaching and developing practical work with students• develop strategies and understanding of science-specific vocabulary