EDSC378-10X (C) General non-calendar-based 2010
Physics Curriculum Years 11-13

Description

Learning Outcomes

By the end of the course, students will be able to:

Demonstrate a thorough and comprehensive knowledge of physics concepts up to Year 13 level.
Display an understanding of Physics in the New Zealand Curriculum, the level 1-3 Physics Unit and Achievement Standards and examination prescriptions for senior physics.
Plan and teach a sequence of lessons to suit level 7 and 8 objectives in the national curriculum statement.
Develop and use a variety of teaching strategies (eg demonstrations, practical activities, problem solving, modelling).
Demonstrate the skills required to organise and run safe and effective practical work in a typical school physics laboratory.
Demonstrate familiarity with the correct operating procedures and uses of standard physics laboratory apparatus.
Describe and use a range of assessment procedures and develop an awareness of what is required to prepare students for external examinations and Unit Standard assessments
Carry out reflective evaluation of their physics teaching.
Appraise and make appropriate use of the range of senior physics texts and resources commonly available in schools.
Design and carry out an investigation suitable for use in senior physics.
Be familiar with the organisation and operation of school physics departments and with what is expected of a beginning physics teacher.
Be aware of recent research findings in physics education.

Pre-requisites

Co-requisites

For further information see School of Sport and Physical Education on the department and colleges page.