Teaching and Learning in Science

The Victorian 7 – 10 Biological Sciences Curriculum will be the content focus for this subject. This subject explores the content and pedagogical content knowledge of practical work and investigations. Participants will learn effective teaching methods for engaging students in science including the importance of practical work and demonstrations and utilising multiple modes of representation to enhance learning. Biological Science contexts will be the focus of this subject as participants review the use of commonly used apparatus, designing experiments and laboratory safety.