| module: |
ID4001 Communication and Teaching in Science |
| taken in: |
Seniour Honours Year,
semester 1
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| value: |
15 credits |
| description: |
This module is based on the Undergraduate Ambassador Scheme launched in 2002. It provides final year students within the Faculty of Science with the opportunity to gain first hand experience of science education through a mentoring scheme with science teachers in local schools. Students will act initially as observers in the classroom and later as classroom assistants. With permission of the teacher-in-charge, students may also be given the opportunity to lead at least one lesson, or activity within a lesson, during their placement. This module will enable students to gain substantial experience of working in a challenging and unpredictable working environment, and of communicating scientific ideas at various different levels; and to gain a broad understanding of many of the key aspects of teaching science in schools. While of particular value to students aiming for a career in education, these core skills are equally important for any career that requires good communication. Entry to this module is by selection following application and interview during the preceding semester.
[source: University Module Catalogue]
timetabling: Flexible
format: Occasional tutorials and a half-day training session.
assessment: Coursework = 100% comprising:
Written report on the placement (35%)
Teacher's assessment of student's placement (25%)
Oral presentation (30%)
Project proposal (10%) |
| organiser: |
Prof Alyson Tobin - (click name for profile) |
| poster: |
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| see also: |
further related information about this module
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ID4001 is an option in all of these degree programmes:
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Biochemistry
Marine Biology
Biology - joint degrees
Cell Biology
Evolutionary Biology
Molecular Biology
Biology and Geography
Biology and Geology
Biology and Psychology
Psychology with Biology
Biology
Ecology & Conservation
Zoology
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