Browse Hierarchy PTE6008: Enrichment of Learning: Science

This module prepares you to develop your subject knowledge of science and your understanding of pedagogy so that you have the opportunity to develop into an outstanding practitioner. You will learn and practice skills which will support you in taking responsibility for or contributing to science subject leadership in a primary school setting. Through cooperative planning and evaluation exercises, you will develop your understanding of innovative pedagogy to support colleagues in their knowledge and teaching of science. The module will help you to develop insight into whole school, science issues, such as ensuring progression, resourcing options, appropriate interventions and utilising external enrichment to promote pupil curiosity and awe. You will have opportunities to discuss recent research in primary science including the latest developments in the National Curriculum and consider how to situate science theory and research in your own teaching practice whilst developing your ability to raise the profile of science in schools. We hope to make you even more curious and enthusiastic about learning and teaching of this core, curriculum subject so that you can inspire both your colleagues and pupils to enjoy and recognise the relevance of science in our lives.