ABSTRACT
The goals for this chapter are to support you to:
Plan for student learning through understanding the key features of project-based and problem-based approaches to primary school science teaching
Be familiar with wide-ranging opportunities for student learning outside the classroom
Consider practical issues and class management when using advanced teaching strategies
Australian Professional Standards for Teachers—Graduate Level:
Standard 2: Know the content and how to teach it (Focus area 2.2)
Standard 3: Plan for and implement effective teaching and learning (3.2, 3.3, 3.4)
Standard 4: Create and maintain supportive and safe learning environments (4.1, 4.2, 4.4)
Standard 7: Engage professionally with colleagues, parents/carers and the community (focus area 7.4)