as a Subject
This is the Scientific World This is the Scientific World ViewView
1.1. The universe is understandable.The universe is understandable.2.2. The universe is a vast single system in which The universe is a vast single system in which
the basic rules everywhere are the same. the basic rules everywhere are the same. 3.3. Scientific ideas are subject to change.Scientific ideas are subject to change.4.4. Scientific knowledge is durable.Scientific knowledge is durable.5.5. Science cannot provide complete answers to Science cannot provide complete answers to
all questions.all questions.
NATURE OF SCIENCE
• SCIENCE is defined as organized knowledge, sometimes referred to as empirical knowledge.
• SCIENCE is a field of scientific inquiry.
TrueTested In accordance
with facts and evidences
ExploreProbe Look deeper
NATURE OF SCIENCE
• SCIENCE is a method, a technique and a system.
• SCIENCE is about nature and natural phenomena.
Activity basedDiscovery-
oriented
Appreciation for “the beautiful and the wonderful”
Anything discovered assumes meaningful and lasting mementos.
NATURE OF SCIENCE
• SCIENCE deals with real objects and events.
• SCIENCE demands perseverance, diligence and sacrifice.
Authentic experiences
Humility and simple things are worth emulating.
Learning is achieved through life-like learning exposures.
What sustains your interest in Science?
Interest in SCIENCE
• Science as a subject deals with almost everything in the environment.
• The instructional materials that can be used in teaching are abundant, rich and easily available.
• The principles and laws in science when applied enables us to come up with new and improved products.
Interest in SCIENCE
• Equipped with scientific knowledge we become creative.
• Scientific knowledge and procedures make us competent.
• Science teaching keeps us abreast with discoveries and inventions, thus at pace with global trends and modernization.
Goals of
Teaching
GOALSGOALS
Science Teaching aims to:
• develop scientific attitudes and values;
• acquire skill in employing the scientific method;
Attitude- one’s frame of mind
Define the problem.Formulate hypothesis.Test the hypothesis.Analyze and interpret
data.Formulate conclusion.
Open-mindedness
Curiosity
Critical-mindedness
Creativity
Persistence
Objectivity
Values – morality and ethical standards
Sense of responsibility
Perseverance
Persistence
Sincerity
Honesty
Loyalty
Helpfulness, etc.
Science Teaching aims to:
• gain functional knowledge and information;
• Arouse and sustain interest in future science-based pursuits.
Knowledge of science facts, concepts and generalizations be applied to real life.
Inspires and motivates the youth to pursue science careers
Science Teaching aims to:
• Develop desirable social attitudes.
ToleranceRespect for the opinions
of othersAcceptance towards
criticismsCooperationSharing of findings and
resourcesReadiness to extend
expertise
TRANSLATING GOALS TRANSLATING GOALS INTO INSTRUCTIONAL INTO INSTRUCTIONAL
OBJECTIVESOBJECTIVES
PREPARING INSTRUCTIONAL OBJECTIVES
• Lesson objectives are stated in behavioral terms
Easily observablemeasurable
Seen in the change of learners’ behavior
• Quantifiable• Accurate• reliable
Behavioral objectives must be stated using behavioral action words such as the following.
• Describe• Compute• Identify• Illustrate• Prove• Analyze• Distinguish• Estimate• Interpret• Plot a graph
• Justify• Predict• Integrate • Generalize• Synthesize• Construct• Specify• Relate• infer
OBJECTIVES OF SCIENCE OBJECTIVES OF SCIENCE INTSTRUCTIONINTSTRUCTION
• On knowledge • Students should be able to gain knowledge that they can apply in:a. Explaining the occurrence of
events in their surroundings,b. Answering questions they are
confronted with, andc. Satisfying the curiosities of
children
• On Skills in Employing the Science Processes
• Students should be able to classify, predict and interpret things as they investigate and search for information.
• On Values and Attitudes
• Science instruction must be able to arouse and sustain variety of interest that may lead to healthful and enjoyable hobbies, pursuits of daily science-based activities and future plan to pursue science profession.
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