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Primary Science Curriculum And Methods

This course introduces students to the primary science curriculum and effective teaching methods. It explores the meaning and history of science, curriculum development principles, and various teaching methodologies suitable for primary school science. The course also covers basic foundations of science, including biology, chemistry, and physics, and integrates current issues like environmental education, drug abuse, and HIV/AIDS into the curriculum.

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50h
Study Time
13
Weeks
4h
Per Week
basic
Math Level
Course Keywords
Primary ScienceCurriculumTeaching MethodsEnvironmental EducationDrug Abuse

Course Overview

Everything you need to know about this course

Course Difficulty

Beginner Level
Perfect for newcomers to the field
35%
beginner
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Math Level
Basic Math
🔬
Learning Type
Hands-on Practice

Course Topics

Key areas covered in this course

1

Meaning and History of Science

2

Primary Science Education

3

Curriculum Development

4

Teaching Methods

5

Basic Biology

6

Basic Chemistry

7

Basic Physics

8

Cell Structure and Physiology

9

Machines and Friction

10

Environmental Education

11

Drug Abuse and Misuse

12

HIV/AIDS

Total Topics12 topics

Ready to Start

No specific requirements needed

This course is designed to be accessible to all students. You can start immediately without any prior knowledge or specific preparation.

Assessment Methods

How your progress will be evaluated (3 methods)

assignments

Comprehensive evaluation of course material understanding

Written Assessment

tutor-marked assignments

Comprehensive evaluation of course material understanding

Written Assessment

final examination

Comprehensive evaluation of course material understanding

Computer Based Test

Career Opportunities

Explore the career paths this course opens up for you

Primary School Teacher

Apply your skills in this growing field

Science Educator

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Curriculum Developer

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Educational Consultant

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Science Communicator

Apply your skills in this growing field

Industry Applications

Real-world sectors where you can apply your knowledge

EducationCurriculum DevelopmentScience OutreachPublic HealthEnvironmental Conservation

Study Schedule Beta

A structured 13-week journey through the course content

Week
1

Module 1: Meaning, History of Science and Science Teaching in Nigeria

4h

Unit 1: Understanding Science and History of Science

2 study hours
  • •Read the unit introduction and objectives.
  • •Define science and explain its importance.
  • •Discuss the history of science and its teaching in Nigeria.
  • •Complete Self Assessment Exercise 1.
  • •Reflect on the tutor-marked assignment questions.

Unit 2: Primary Science Education

2 study hours
  • •Review the rationale for teaching primary science.
  • •Identify the objectives of teaching primary science.
  • •Discuss the suggested steps for effective primary science learning.
  • •Complete Self Assessment Exercise 2.
  • •Summarize the key points of the unit.
Week
2

Module 2: Curriculum and Primary Science Teaching Methods

4h

Unit 1: Basic Principles of Curriculum Development and Primary Science

2 study hours
  • •Define curriculum and differentiate it from related terms.
  • •Identify the elements of curriculum.
  • •Explain what curriculum is not.
  • •Complete Self Assessment Exercise.
  • •Reflect on the tutor-marked assignment questions.

Unit 2: The Elements of Curriculum

2 study hours
  • •Explore the aims and objectives of curriculum.
  • •Identify the sources of aims and objectives.
  • •Discuss the classes of objectives.
  • •Complete Self Assessment Exercise 1.
  • •Summarize the key points of the unit.
Week
3

Module 2: Curriculum and Primary Science Teaching Methods

3h

Unit 3: Methods of Teaching Primary Science

3 study hours
  • •Examine different methods of teaching primary science.
  • •Discuss the problem-solving method and its advantages and disadvantages.
  • •Explore the role-play method and its advantages and disadvantages.
  • •Complete Self Assessment Exercise 1.
  • •Reflect on the tutor-marked assignment questions.
Week
4

Module 2: Curriculum and Primary Science Teaching Methods

2h

Unit 4: Resources for Primary Science Teaching

2 study hours
  • •Identify resources for primary science teaching.
  • •Discuss human resources and their importance.
  • •Explore material resources and their role.
  • •Complete Self Assessment Exercise 1.
  • •Summarize the key points of the unit.
Week
5

Module 3: Basic Foundations of Primary Science

2h

Unit 1: Introduction to Biology

2 study hours
  • •Introduce the study of biology.
  • •Discuss the characteristics of living things.
  • •Explore movement, reproduction, and nutrition.
  • •Complete Self Assessment Exercise 1.
  • •Reflect on the tutor-marked assignment questions.
Week
6

Module 3: Basic Foundations of Primary Science

2h

Unit 1: Introduction to Biology

2 study hours
  • •Continue exploring the characteristics of living things: respiration, growth, excretion, irritability.
  • •Discuss the classification of living things.
  • •Explore the classification of plants and animals.
  • •Complete Self Assessment Exercise 2.
  • •Summarize the key points of the unit.
Week
7

Module 3: Basic Foundations of Primary Science

2h

Unit 2: Introduction to Chemistry

2 study hours
  • •Introduce the study of chemistry.
  • •Discuss the classification of matter.
  • •Explore physical classification: solid, liquids, and gases.
  • •Complete Self Assessment Exercise 1.
  • •Reflect on the tutor-marked assignment questions.
Week
8

Module 3: Basic Foundations of Primary Science

2h

Unit 2: Introduction to Chemistry

2 study hours
  • •Continue exploring chemistry: air and water.
  • •Discuss the characteristics and uses of air.
  • •Explore air pollution and its sources and effects.
  • •Complete Self Assessment Exercise 2.
  • •Summarize the key points of the unit.
Week
9

Module 3: Basic Foundations of Primary Science

2h

Unit 2: Introduction to Chemistry

2 study hours
  • •Continue exploring chemistry: water.
  • •Discuss the uses and treatment of water.
  • •Explore the physical and chemical properties of water.
  • •Complete Self Assessment Exercise 2.
  • •Reflect on the tutor-marked assignment questions.
Week
10

Module 3: Basic Foundations of Primary Science

4h

Unit 3: Introduction to Physics

2 study hours
  • •Introduce the study of physics.
  • •Discuss measurement and its importance.
  • •Explore the use of measuring instruments.
  • •Complete Self Assessment Exercise 1.
  • •Reflect on the tutor-marked assignment questions.

Unit 3: Introduction to Physics

2 study hours
  • •Continue exploring physics: light and sound.
  • •Discuss the sources and properties of light.
  • •Explore phenomena resulting from light traveling in a straight line.
  • •Complete Self Assessment Exercise 2.
  • •Summarize the key points of the unit.
Week
11

Module 3: Basic Foundations of Primary Science

4h

Unit 4: Cell Structure and Physiology

2 study hours
  • •Introduce the study of cell structure and physiology.
  • •Discuss the similarities and differences between plant and animal cells.
  • •Explore reproduction and heredity.
  • •Complete Self Assessment Exercise 1.
  • •Reflect on the tutor-marked assignment questions.

Unit 4: Cell Structure and Physiology

2 study hours
  • •Continue exploring cell structure and physiology: reproduction in plants and animals.
  • •Discuss heredity, dominant genes, and recessive genes.
  • •Explore the application of genetics to agriculture.
  • •Complete Self Assessment Exercise 2.
  • •Summarize the key points of the unit.
Week
12

Module 3: Basic Foundations of Primary Science

4h

Unit 5: Machines, Pulleys and Friction

2 study hours
  • •Introduce the study of machines, pulleys, and friction.
  • •Define a machine and differentiate between simple and complex machines.
  • •Explore machine and friction.
  • •Complete Self Assessment Exercise 1.
  • •Reflect on the tutor-marked assignment questions.

Unit 5: Machines, Pulleys and Friction

2 study hours
  • •Continue exploring machines, pulleys, and friction: types of simple machines.
  • •Discuss inclined machines, screws, and pulleys.
  • •Explore the advantages of friction.
  • •Complete Self Assessment Exercise 2.
  • •Summarize the key points of the unit.
Week
13

Module 4: Current Infusion into Primary Science Curriculum

12h

Unit 1: Environmental Education (EE)

2 study hours
  • •Introduce environmental education.
  • •Discuss the aims and objectives of environmental education.
  • •Explore global warming and ozone depletion.
  • •Complete Self Assessment Exercise 1.
  • •Reflect on the tutor-marked assignment questions.

Unit 1: Environmental Education (EE)

2 study hours
  • •Continue exploring environmental education: water pollution and loss of biodiversity.
  • •Discuss the causes and effects of water pollution.
  • •Explore the causes and consequences of loss of biodiversity.
  • •Complete Self Assessment Exercise 2.
  • •Summarize the key points of the unit.

Unit 2: Drug Abuse and Drug Misuse

2 study hours
  • •Introduce drug abuse and drug misuse.
  • •Discuss the causes of drug abuse and misuse.
  • •Explore the types of drugs commonly abused and misused.
  • •Complete Self Assessment Exercise 1.
  • •Reflect on the tutor-marked assignment questions.

Unit 2: Drug Abuse and Drug Misuse

2 study hours
  • •Continue exploring drug abuse and drug misuse: consequences.
  • •Discuss the consequences of drug abuse and misuse.
  • •Explore methods of prevention.
  • •Complete Self Assessment Exercise 2.
  • •Summarize the key points of the unit.

Unit 3: HIV/AIDS

2 study hours
  • •Introduce HIV/AIDS.
  • •Discuss the origin of HIV/AIDS.
  • •Explore transmission and symptoms of HIV/AIDS.
  • •Complete Self Assessment Exercise 1.
  • •Reflect on the tutor-marked assignment questions.

Unit 3: HIV/AIDS

2 study hours
  • •Continue exploring HIV/AIDS: prevention and society.
  • •Discuss methods of prevention.
  • •Explore the society and people living with HIV/AIDS.
  • •Complete Self Assessment Exercise 2.
  • •Summarize the key points of the unit.

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Study Tips & Exam Preparation

Expert tips to help you succeed in this course

1

Create detailed concept maps linking key topics from Modules 1-4.

2

Practice explaining scientific concepts from Units 1-3 in simple terms.

3

Review all self-assessment exercises and tutor-marked assignments.

4

Focus on understanding the differences between various teaching methods.

5

Study the characteristics of living things and the basics of cell structure.

6

Understand the causes and effects of environmental issues like global warming.

7

Review the modes of transmission and prevention strategies for HIV/AIDS.

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