Academic Catalog

MSE236 PHYSICS TEACHING CURRICULA

Course Code: 4600236
METU Credit (Theoretical-Laboratory hours/week): 2(2-0)
ECTS Credit: 3.0
Department: Mathematics And Science Education
Language of Instruction: English
Level of Study: Undergraduate
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Offered Semester: Fall and Spring Semesters.

Course Content

Basic definitions, concepts, and processes of curriculum development in science and physics education. Philosophical and social aspects of different curriculum patterns. Basis of curriculum and basic curriculum patterns as applied to physics education. Taxonomies of educational objectives. Principles of instruction, planning and the importance of planning in educational practices, course curriculum. Development of yearly, unit, and daily plans for secondary science or mathematics. Strategies in content selection and organization.