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Postgraduate CUR-EDMS500C-2020

Introduction to Science Technology Engineering and Mathematics

Appreciate how constructivist theory informs STEM teaching and learning. Study learning theories, then inquiry-based, problem-based, and project-oriented teaching approaches. Design activities for constructivist learning in STEM

Enrolments for this year have closed. Keep exploring subjects.

Duration

13 weeks

Study method

100% online

Available loans

  • HECS-HELP
  • FEE-HELP

Assessments

100% online

Prior study

Not required

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QS RANKING 2021

13

Times Higher Education Ranking 2021

13

Subject details

What you'll learn

At the completion of this subject students will be able to:

  1. appraise different learning theories and discuss benefits for teaching and learning STEM subjects
  2. critique personal teaching and learning practice in STEM subjects in light of knowledge of learning theories, learners, and context
  3. design and implement a constructivist learning activity and evaluate students’ learning in STEM subjects.
Topics covered
    • What is STEM? Definitions and trends involving STEM education
    • The nature of learning and teaching in STEM - philosophical debates
    • Learning theories (individual constructivism) in STEM
    • Learning theories (social constructivism) in STEM
    • Teaching approaches (inquiry-based, problem-based, project-oriented teaching) in STEM
    • Teaching approaches (interdisciplinary education) in STEM
    • Designing a learning activity for constructivist learning in STEM
    • Designing a learning activity for constructivist learning in STEM
    • Ways to understand students' learning (interview and diagnostic instruments) in STEM
    • Ways to reflect on teaching (video recording and journals)
    • Contexts, achievements gaps, and current issues in teaching and learning STEM subjects
    • Individual presentation of STEM projects and reflection of the unit
Entry requirements

Equivalent subjects

You cannot enrol in this subject if you have successfully completed any of the following subject(s) because they are considered academically equivalent:

  • CUR-SMEC611-Science and Mathematics Teaching and Learning
  • CUR-EDMS500-Introduction to Science Technology Engineering and Mathematics

Special requirements

  • EquipmentDetails - Audio/Visual equipment
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Description

Constructivist learning theories provide a valuable window into supporting deep understanding and fostering inquiring minds. This subject examines how constructivist theory informs Science Technology Engineering and Mathematics (STEM) teaching and learning by focusing on the practical, classroom-based implications as well as theoretical backgrounds.

Please Note: If it’s your first time studying a Curtin University subject you’ll need to complete their compulsory ‘Academic Integrity Program’. It only takes two hours to complete online, and provides you with vital information about studying with Curtin University. The Academic Integrity Program is compulsory, so if it’s not completed your subject grades will be withheld.

Find out more about the Academic Integrity module.

Assessments

  • Literature Review (50%)
  • Research Project Report (50%)
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