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SED313Education2 Unitsintermediate

"Improvisation In Integrated Science "

This course introduces the principles and philosophy of improvisation in integrated science teaching. It explores sourcing teaching materials from immediate and distant environments, emphasizing the utilization and selection of improvised resources. The course covers improvisable experiments in the integrated science curriculum, including physics, chemistry, biology, mathematics, and geography aspects. Students will learn to develop improvised apparatus and understand their advantages and limitations.

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78h

Study Time

13

Weeks

6h

Per Week

basic

Math Level

Course Keywords

ImprovisationIntegrated ScienceTeaching MaterialsScience EducationLocal Resources

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

Improvisation Principles

2

Science Teaching Materials

3

Utilization of Resources

4

Improvised Experiments

5

Acid-Base Chemistry

6

Air Pressure

7

Electromagnetism

8

Rain Gauge Construction

9

Microscope Construction

Total Topics9 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 assessments

Comprehensive evaluation of course material understanding

Written Assessment

final examination

Comprehensive evaluation of course material understanding

Written Assessment

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Study Schedule Beta

A structured 13-week journey through the course content

Week

1

Module 1: General Principles and Philosophy of Improvisation in Integrated Science Teaching

2h

Unit 1: Meaning and Philosophy of Improvisation in Integrated Science

2 study hours

•Read the unit introduction to understand the importance of improvisation in science teaching.
•Define improvisation and explain its significance in overcoming resource limitations.
•Discuss the principles of improvisation, including preparation, learner involvement, and presentation stages.
•Explore the philosophical basis of improvisation, focusing on perception, understanding, and skill development.

Week

2

Module 1: General Principles and Philosophy of Improvisation in Integrated Science Teaching

2h

Unit 2: Sourcing for a Catalogue of Science Teaching Materials in the Immediate Environment

2 study hours

•Define science teaching materials and categorize them into human and non-human resources.
•Identify sources of teaching materials in the immediate environment, such as schools, communities, and workshops.
•Create a catalogue of locally available materials and their potential uses in science teaching.
•Discuss the importance of involving students in sourcing and improvising materials to foster creativity.

Week

3

Module 1: General Principles and Philosophy of Improvisation in Integrated Science Teaching

2h

Unit 3: Sourcing for a Catalogue of Science Teaching Materials in the Distant Environment

2 study hours

•Explore distant environments as sources of science teaching materials, including industries, zoos, and educational centers.
•Identify specific materials and their locations, such as fire extinguishers, ceramic products, and scientific instruments.
•Discuss the importance of planning and arranging visits to distant locations for resource collection.
•Consider the safety and logistical aspects of sourcing materials from outside the immediate environment.

Week

4

Module 1: General Principles and Philosophy of Improvisation in Integrated Science Teaching

2h

Unit 4: Utilisation of Instructional Materials in Integrated Science Teaching

2 study hours

•Define utilization and its importance in achieving learning goals.
•Explain the science process skills involved in utilizing instructional materials, such as observation, data collection, and analysis.
•Discuss the roles of human and physical resources in the utilization process.
•Incorporate science process skills into your teaching methodologies.

Week

5

Module 1: General Principles and Philosophy of Improvisation in Integrated Science Teaching

2h

Unit 5: Selection and Utilisation of Improvised Materials

2 study hours

•Identify principles guiding the selection and use of improvised materials, including student characteristics and lesson objectives.
•Discuss the advantages of improvisation, such as increased learning rates and student involvement.
•Recognize the limitations of improvised materials, including teaching and financial challenges.
•Develop strategies for overcoming these limitations to ensure effective utilization of improvised resources.

Week

6

Module 2: Improvisable Experiment in the Integrated Science Curriculum

2h

Unit 1: Improvised Plane Mirror Experiment

2 study hours

•Define improvisable experiments and their role in science education.
•Demonstrate how to verify the characteristics of images formed by a plane mirror using improvised materials.
•Investigate the laws of reflection using straight pins and a drawing board.
•Analyze the results and compare them with standard experimental outcomes.

Week

7

Module 2: Improvisable Experiment in the Integrated Science Curriculum

2h

Unit 2: Use of Local Fruits in Teaching Acids and Bases

2 study hours

•Extract acids and bases from local fruits and materials, such as lime, milk, and tomatoes.
•Produce citric acid, lactic acid, ascorbic acid, calcium hydroxide, and potassium hydroxide.
•Use local fruits to teach acids and bases, employing red cabbage extract as an indicator.
•Perform the 'turning water into wine' experiment to demonstrate pH changes.

Week

8

Module 2: Improvisable Experiment in the Integrated Science Curriculum

2h

Unit 3: Egg in the Bottle Experiment (Demonstration) on Pressure

2 study hours

•Demonstrate the egg in the bottle experiment to illustrate air pressure concepts.
•Explain the scientific principles behind the experiment, including the effects of temperature and pressure changes.
•Discuss the factors affecting air pressure and their implications in real-world scenarios.
•Analyze the results and relate them to atmospheric phenomena.

Week

9

Module 2: Improvisable Experiment in the Integrated Science Curriculum

4h

Unit 4: Mathematics Experiment to Determine the Value of Constant Pie

2 study hours

•Determine the value of pi (π) using available resources, such as tin cans and measuring tools.
•Measure the circumference and diameter of different-sized tins and calculate the ratio.
•Analyze the results and conclude that the ratio of circumference to diameter is constant.
•Apply the value of pi in calculating the area and volume of circles and spheres.

Unit 5: Fish Pond and Aquarium – Lesson on Fish

2 study hours

•Construct a glass fish pond using cellophane bags and empty cartons.
•Construct an aquarium using cardboard boxes and plastic sheets.
•Describe the construction process and identify the differences between fish ponds and aquariums.
•Use these improvised setups to teach lessons on fish, their features, and their movement.

Week

10

Module 3: Development of Improvised Apparatus in Integrated Science

4h

Unit 1: Development of Apparatus for Biology Aspect of Integrated Science

2 study hours

•Construct a model of a lung using local resources, such as plastic bottles, balloons, and tubing.
•Explain how the lung works, including the process of gas exchange and breathing.
•Demonstrate the lung model to illustrate the mechanics of respiration.
•Discuss the importance of the respiratory system and its functions.

Unit 2: Developing of Apparatus for Chemistry Aspect of Integrated Science

2 study hours

•Identify local materials required for the construction of a thermometer, such as plastic bottles, straws, and food coloring.
•Construct a thermometer using these materials and demonstrate its functionality.
•Explain the principles of temperature measurement and the limitations of the improvised thermometer.
•Discuss the applications of thermometers in everyday life and scientific experiments.

Week

11

Module 3: Development of Improvised Apparatus in Integrated Science

4h

Unit 3: Developing of Apparatus for Physics Aspects of Integrated Science

2 study hours

•Identify materials needed for the construction of an electric motor, such as sewing needles, batteries, and magnets.
•Construct a simple electric motor using local materials.
•Explain the principles of electromagnetism and energy conversion.
•Demonstrate the electric motor and discuss its applications in various devices.

Unit 4: Developing of Apparatus for Mathematics Aspect of Integrated Science

2 study hours

•Construct a square column paper abacus and describe its use in teaching number values.
•Explain the place value system and how the abacus represents numbers.
•Demonstrate the use of the paper abacus in performing basic arithmetic operations.
•Discuss the advantages of using paper abacus over other forms.

Week

12

Module 3: Development of Improvised Apparatus in Integrated Science

4h

Unit 5: Developing of Aspects of Integrated Science

2 study hours

•Identify local materials that can be used to improvise a rain gauge, such as plastic bottles, knives, and tape.
•Improvise a simple rain gauge and describe its construction process.
•Explain how to measure rainfall using the improvised gauge.
•Discuss the importance of rain gauges in weather observation and data collection.

Unit 6: Developing of Apparatus for Geography Aspect of Integrated Science

2 study hours

•Build your own microscope using clear tape, pencils, and a pipette.
•Explain how the improvised microscope works and its limitations.
•Observe small objects and microscope slides using the improvised microscope.
•Discuss the principles of magnification and refraction.

Week

13

Final Revision

6h

Final Revision

6 study hours

•Review all modules and units covered in the course.
•Practice constructing and utilizing improvised materials.
•Prepare for assignments and tutor-marked assessments.
•Consolidate understanding of key concepts and principles.

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Study Tips & Exam Preparation

Expert tips to help you succeed in this course

1

Review all unit introductions and summaries to reinforce key concepts.

2

Practice constructing improvised apparatus from Modules 2 and 3.

3

Create concept maps linking improvisation principles to practical applications.

4

Focus on understanding the scientific principles behind each experiment.

5

Review all self-assessment exercises and their answers.

6

Allocate study time evenly across all modules, but prioritize difficult units.

7

Form study groups to discuss and clarify challenging concepts.

8

Practice past examination questions to familiarize yourself with the exam format.

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