Teaching Primary Science: Getting Started
Course provided by: FutureLearn
Primary science is the first opportunity to develop your pupils’ curiosity about the world. Studies suggest that by engaging pupils in practical science work frequently, they will have a greater understanding and enjoyment of science.On this course, you will develop your confidence in doing practical science in the primary classroom. You will explore a range of practical science techniques, activities and enquries and think about the impact they have upon the learning of your pupils. Free to register. Fee to certificate.
Learning outcomes
- Develop confidence in carrying out practical science for 5 to 11-year-olds.
- Explore ideas for effective practical work in primary science.
- Identify the types of enquiry and when to use them.
- Investigate activities which engage children in learning about science.
- Design opportunities for developing thinking and reasoning through science.