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SED225Education3 Unitsintermediate

Nigerian Integrated Science Curriculum

This course introduces the Nigerian Integrated Science Curriculum, exploring its design, structure, and review processes. It covers scientific attitudes, process skills, and investigation methods. The course also examines innovations in teaching integrated science, emphasizing creativity and effective communication. Students will learn about laboratory management, safety, and improvisation techniques. Furthermore, the course addresses managing large and multigrade classes, mixed ability groups, and assessment strategies. The course aims to equip educators with the skills to effectively implement the integrated science curriculum.

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52h

Study Time

13

Weeks

4h

Per Week

basic

Math Level

Course Keywords

Integrated ScienceCurriculumTeaching MethodsScience EducationAssessment

Course Overview

Everything you need to know about this course

Course Difficulty

Intermediate Level

Builds on foundational knowledge

65%

intermediate

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Math Level

Basic Math

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Learning Type

Hands-on Practice

Course Topics

Key areas covered in this course

1

Curriculum Design

2

Scientific Attitudes

3

Science Process Skills

4

Teaching Methodologies

5

Classroom Management

6

Assessment Techniques

Total Topics6 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

Science Teacher

Apply your skills in this growing field

Curriculum Developer

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Education Consultant

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Science Educator

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Instructional Designer

Apply your skills in this growing field

Industry Applications

Real-world sectors where you can apply your knowledge

EducationCurriculum DevelopmentTeacher TrainingEducational Research

Study Schedule Beta

A structured 13-week journey through the course content

Week

1

Module 1: Difficult Topics/Units in Nigerian Integrated Science Curriculum

4h

Unit 1: Design and Structure of the Nigerian Integrated Science Curriculum

2 study hours

•Read the introduction to understand the purpose and scope of the Nigerian Integrated Science Curriculum.
•Study the design, objectives, and structure of the curriculum.
•Identify problems encountered during curriculum implementation and explore potential solutions.

Unit 2: Review of the Nigerian Integrated Science Curriculum

2 study hours

•Examine the reasons for curriculum review and the goals of curriculum reform.
•Identify the themes infused into the integrated science curriculum.
•Discuss the importance of curriculum review in relation to national development.

Week

2

Module 1: Difficult Topics/Units in Nigerian Integrated Science Curriculum

4h

Unit 3: Scientific Attitudes

2 study hours

•Define scientific attitude and explore its attributes.
•Discuss the importance of scientific attitude in the classroom.
•Learn how to develop scientific attitude in students using activity-based approaches.

Unit 4: Science Process Skills

2 study hours

•Explain science process skills and differentiate between basic and integrated process skills.
•List and describe the basic and integrated process skills.
•Discuss the importance of science process skills in scientific work.

Week

3

Module 1: Difficult Topics/Units in Nigerian Integrated Science Curriculum

4h

Unit 5: Scientific Investigations

2 study hours

•Define scientific investigation and describe its patterns.
•Outline the steps for conducting a scientific investigation.
•Learn how to communicate scientific investigation findings effectively.

Unit 6: Innovations in Teaching Integrated Science

2 study hours

•Explore innovations in integrated science teaching, including curriculum structure and methodology.
•Discuss the use of ICT, field trips, and questioning techniques in teaching.
•Examine innovations in the teaching and learning environment and instructional resources.

Week

4

Module 1: Difficult Topics/Units in Nigerian Integrated Science Curriculum

4h

Unit 7: The Basic Teaching of Creativity in an Integrated Science Classroom

2 study hours

•Define creativity and explain creative styles.
•Learn techniques that aid creativity in the integrated science classroom, such as brainstorming and concept mapping.
•Discuss the importance of creativity in science education.

Unit 8: Consolidation

2 study hours

•Review the key concepts from Units 1 to 7.
•Consolidate understanding of the design, structure, and implementation of the Nigerian Integrated Science Curriculum.
•Reflect on scientific attitudes, process skills, and innovative teaching methods.

Week

5

Module 2: Difficult Topics/Units in Nigerian Integrated Science Curriculum II

2h

Unit 1: Preparation for Teaching Integrated Science Lessons

2 study hours

•Define the concept of instruction and its relation to the curriculum.
•Describe the structure of the curriculum, including syllabus and scheme of work.
•Learn the components of a lesson plan and how to write effective lesson plans.

Week

6

Module 2: Difficult Topics/Units in Nigerian Integrated Science Curriculum II

2h

Unit 2: Effective Communication and Interaction in Integrated Science Classroom

2 study hours

•Discuss the importance of language in science learning.
•Explain the influence of language on scientific terms and learning.
•Identify problems associated with language use in science teaching and explore solutions.

Week

7

Module 2: Difficult Topics/Units in Nigerian Integrated Science Curriculum II

2h

Unit 3: The Use of Team Teaching and Micro-Teaching in Integrated Science

2 study hours

•Explain the concepts of team teaching and micro-teaching.
•Discuss the strengths and weaknesses of team and micro-teaching.
•Identify guidelines for using micro-teaching effectively.

Week

8

Module 2: Difficult Topics/Units in Nigerian Integrated Science Curriculum II

2h

Unit 4: Effective Management of Large Classes in Integrated Science

2 study hours

•Identify appropriate teaching methods for managing large classes effectively.
•State the teacher competencies required in teaching large classes.
•Determine activities that could be used in the science classroom for better skills acquisition.

Week

9

Module 2: Difficult Topics/Units in Nigerian Integrated Science Curriculum II

2h

Unit 5: Teaching Integrated Science in Multigrade Classes

2 study hours

•Explain the meaning and nature of multigrade classes.
•Plan lessons in a typical multigrade class.
•Identify instructional approaches for successful teaching of multigrade classes.

Week

10

Module 2: Difficult Topics/Units in Nigerian Integrated Science Curriculum II

2h

Unit 6: Teaching Integrated Science to Mixed Ability Groups

2 study hours

•Explain the term mixed ability and identify areas where it occurs.
•Suggest ways for effective learning by the whole group of learners.
•Mention the implications of caring for learners with special educational needs.

Week

11

Module 2: Difficult Topics/Units in Nigerian Integrated Science Curriculum II

2h

Unit 7: Laboratory Functions, Safety and Management in Integrated Science

2 study hours

•Explain what a science laboratory is and state its functions.
•List general rules for teachers and students in the lab.
•Identify precautions to be taken and describe aspects of lab management.

Week

12

Module 2: Difficult Topics/Units in Nigerian Integrated Science Curriculum II

2h

Unit 8: Improvisation in the Teaching of Integrated Science

2 study hours

•Explain the concept of improvisation and its need.
•Mention resources for improvisation and describe the application of improvised materials.
•List the advantages and limitations of improvisation in science teaching.

Week

13

Module 2: Difficult Topics/Units in Nigerian Integrated Science Curriculum II

2h

Unit 9: Evaluation and Assessment in Integrated Science

2 study hours

•Define evaluation and describe its forms.
•Give reasons why it is important to evaluate.
•Construct test items in integrated science and describe continuous assessment procedures.

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Study Tips & Exam Preparation

Expert tips to help you succeed in this course

1

Review all units in Module 1, focusing on the design and structure of the Nigerian Integrated Science Curriculum.

2

Practice applying science process skills in sample teaching scenarios from Units 3-5.

3

Create mind maps summarizing the key teaching methodologies discussed in Module 2, Units 1-3.

4

Develop case studies on managing large classes and multigrade settings, drawing from Units 4 and 5.

5

Practice constructing test items and designing assessment strategies based on Unit 9.

6

Review all Tutor-Marked Assignments (TMAs) and address any areas of weakness.

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