Teaching Og Chemistry
SCIENCE
RATIONALE
This syllabus is prepared with a view to address new trends in integrated science teaching and science teacher education. Science has gained world-wide acceptance as a course of study for various reasons such as the concern for social relevance and environmental issues.
The teacher is seen, as the key to the success of the Educational Reform in Zambia and the effective implementation of the science curriculum will thus depend on the commitment, competence and resourcefulness of teachers graduating from training colleges. This training programme is designed to prepare teachers capable of maximum use of the most effective methods with respect to the syllabus, teaching techniques and teaching aids.
The materials and equipment used should contribute greatly to meeting the objectives of the science curriculum and improvement of the quality of Science Education. They aid, among others: ▪ The effective teaching and learning process and develop the intellectual ability and skills of students; ▪ The acquisition of knowledge and its intelligent application to life situation; ▪ The development of the student’s mind in areas which belong to the affective domain (awareness, attitudes and values); ▪ Group effort in the learning activities of students.
Hence, the following syllabus guides in respect of Goals, Aims, Objectives, Content, Methods and Facilities to make Teacher training effective in Zambia.
INTRODUCTION
COURSE AIMS
The fundamental purpose of the College’s Training Programme is to produce effective teachers for Basic Schools and to this end the Science Course Aims at developing in the Teacher Trainees, the following: ▪ Flexible thinking and positive attitudes towards Science and Technology; ▪ Initiative and resourcefulness; ▪ Capability to improvise science apparatus or equipment; ▪ Competence and care in the use of science facilities; ▪ Practical skills needed for scientific and technological development, ▪ Skills in
RATIONALE
This syllabus is prepared with a view to address new trends in integrated science teaching and science teacher education. Science has gained world-wide acceptance as a course of study for various reasons such as the concern for social relevance and environmental issues.
The teacher is seen, as the key to the success of the Educational Reform in Zambia and the effective implementation of the science curriculum will thus depend on the commitment, competence and resourcefulness of teachers graduating from training colleges. This training programme is designed to prepare teachers capable of maximum use of the most effective methods with respect to the syllabus, teaching techniques and teaching aids.
The materials and equipment used should contribute greatly to meeting the objectives of the science curriculum and improvement of the quality of Science Education. They aid, among others: ▪ The effective teaching and learning process and develop the intellectual ability and skills of students; ▪ The acquisition of knowledge and its intelligent application to life situation; ▪ The development of the student’s mind in areas which belong to the affective domain (awareness, attitudes and values); ▪ Group effort in the learning activities of students.
Hence, the following syllabus guides in respect of Goals, Aims, Objectives, Content, Methods and Facilities to make Teacher training effective in Zambia.
INTRODUCTION
COURSE AIMS
The fundamental purpose of the College’s Training Programme is to produce effective teachers for Basic Schools and to this end the Science Course Aims at developing in the Teacher Trainees, the following: ▪ Flexible thinking and positive attitudes towards Science and Technology; ▪ Initiative and resourcefulness; ▪ Capability to improvise science apparatus or equipment; ▪ Competence and care in the use of science facilities; ▪ Practical skills needed for scientific and technological development, ▪ Skills in