Teaching Primary Science: Getting Started

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Brief Introduction

Learn how to deliver primary science in an engaging and practical way in this course for teachers of 5-11 year old pupils.

Course Summary

This course is designed for primary school teachers who want to improve their science teaching skills. You'll learn how to create engaging and effective science lessons that will inspire your students to learn more about the world around them.

Key Learning Points

  • Gain practical skills and knowledge to improve your science teaching
  • Learn how to create engaging and effective lesson plans
  • Explore ways to inspire your students to learn more about science

Job Positions & Salaries of people who have taken this course might have

    • USA: $55,000
    • India: ₹4,00,000
    • Spain: €25,000
    • USA: $55,000
    • India: ₹4,00,000
    • Spain: €25,000

    • USA: $75,000
    • India: ₹6,00,000
    • Spain: €45,000
    • USA: $55,000
    • India: ₹4,00,000
    • Spain: €25,000

    • USA: $75,000
    • India: ₹6,00,000
    • Spain: €45,000

    • USA: $80,000
    • India: ₹8,00,000
    • Spain: €50,000

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Learning Outcomes

  • Create effective science lesson plans
  • Increase student engagement in science
  • Improve your science teaching skills

Prerequisites or good to have knowledge before taking this course

  • No prior experience required
  • Suitable for primary school teachers

Course Difficulty Level

Beginner

Course Format

  • Online
  • Self-paced
  • Interactive

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  • Teaching Secondary Science: Chemistry
  • Teaching Physics: Creating Engaging Lessons

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  • Science Communicator
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Requirements

  • This course is for primary school teachers who are new to teaching or would like to develop their skills in science teaching. There will be references to the English National Curriculum but learners will be encouraged to review their local curricula to contextualise the course content. This course adopts a reflective practice approach that will also support the development of teaching skills for non-UK teachers.

Knowledge

  • Resourcing practical science easilyManaging practical science in the primary classroomIdentifying types of enquiryEmbedding practical science in planningExploring activities which spark curiosityDeveloping thinking and reasoning skills

Summary of User Reviews

Discover the basics of teaching primary science in this comprehensive course. Learn from experienced educators and gain practical skills to help you engage and inspire young learners.

Key Aspect Users Liked About This Course

The course provides practical skills and strategies to engage and inspire young learners in science education.

Pros from User Reviews

  • Comprehensive and well-structured course content
  • Engaging and informative teaching materials
  • Interactive discussions and activities with fellow students
  • Experienced and supportive educators
  • Flexible learning schedule and format

Cons from User Reviews

  • Some parts of the course may be too basic for experienced educators
  • Limited opportunities for hands-on practice
  • Minimal feedback on assignments
  • Limited access to additional resources outside the course
  • Technical issues with the online platform
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Karen Brunyee, Tanya Shields, Sarah Dagnell
National STEM Learning Centre
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