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MGLU2106 - Natural Science 1 (1-7) module 2

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Examination arrangement

Examination arrangement: Aggregate score
Grade: Letter grades

Evaluation Weighting Duration Grade deviation Examination aids
Field activity (ecosystem 2) 0/1 1 days Passed / Not Passed E
Oral examination 1/1 30 minutes Letter grades HJELPEMIDD
Test "Species" 0/1 Passed / Not Passed
Field activity in geology 0/1 1 days Passed / Not Passed HJELPEMIDD
Field activity (ecosystem 3) 0/1 1 days Passed / Not Passed HJELPEMIDD

Course content

Science 1 (1-7) subject 2 acquires its knowledge from science didactics, biology, chemistry, physics, geology and mathematics.

The course will provide academic confidence in key areas of the natural sciences for 1-7 level pupils. Emphasis is placed on developing knowledge and expertise that ensures the youngest pupils' progression in basic subjects in the natural sciences, and facilitates further academic development. Essential parts of this competence will further develop the pupils' conceptualization, exploration and science language and will train pupils to systematize, analyze, argue and communicate results. Field activity in different ecosystems plays a crucial part in the course. Didactics and subjects are taught in an integrated way so that the student gains professional confidence in the act of teaching.

The course does not cover the entire academic breadth of the elementary school subject for levels 1-7. The breadth can be achieved by taking Science 1 subject 1 and Science 2.

This course description for Science 1 for 1-7 is based on the National Guidelines for Primary School Teacher Education, 1-7 level from 2016.

Learning outcome

KNOWLEDGE

The candidate

  • has knowledge of conceptualization and development of scientific language in the primary levels
  • has knowledge of basic skills in science
  • has knowledge of enquiry learning methods in science
  • has knowledge of the use of varied learning arenas
  • has knowledge of the body's organ systems
  • has knowledge about the physiological features, similarities and inequalities of a selection of organisms from the animal kingdom
  • has knowledge of the life cycle of organisms
  • has knowledge of puberty, sexuality and the relationship between health and lifestyle
  • has knowledge of life processes in plants, humans and other animals and how waves, sound and light affect these
  • has knowledge about cell structure and life processes in cells
  • has knowledge of teaching for sustainable development, with a focus on local and global environmental challenges
  • has knowledge of ecosystems and species and groups of organisms that are adapted to the nature and environment of Norway
  • has knowledge of external and internal geological processes on earth, with focus on quaternary geology

SKILLS

The candidate

  • can plan, execute and reflect on his or her own teaching at the primary and lower secondary level, based on research, theory and practice, with a particular focus on inquiry-based learning
  • can plan, implement, and integrate all basic skills in own science teaching - introducing science to pupils at the primary level in such a way that the pupils develop an understanding of systems in science, connections and the importance of the subject in society
  • can discuss and argue for progression in learning in science
  • can conduct interdisciplinary teaching inside and outside the classroom
  • can carry out activities and measurements in biology, both indoor and outdoor, with the use of relevant equipment, assessing necessary security measures and making calculations with and without digital tools
  • can use formative assessment as a basis for facilitating teaching and adapted training in science at the primary and lower secondary level

GENERAL COMPETENCY

The candidate

  • can discuss his or her own role, practice and development opportunities as a science teacher
  • has insight into how ethics, values and attitudes can affect science education
  • has competence in information search and source assessment in science

Learning methods and activities

Varied forms of work will be adapted to the different parts of the subject. Experience-based and inquiry- based learning based on student-active learning elements such as field work (observation, exploration and mapping of nature), laboratory work (experiments and activities) and argumentation are central.

Introduction to, and simple use of, ICT tools, academic and didactic, to animations, simulations and modeling within the natural science theme are part of the structure of the students' digital competence. The lecture form, together with class teaching, will be used to provide an overview, clarify academic problems, present central knowledge and work with examples and tasks. Student-active forms of work with self-study, individual work and work in groups with assignments and projects are important parts of the study. Literature, teaching materials and other learning sources will be given in both Norwegian and English. Students are expected to master both languages at a level that enables the use of these learning sources. Furthermore, the students are expected to use the university's library and other sources of information to learn actively and prepare for planned teaching. The students' work will be assessed with both formative and summative assessment methods.

During the course, the students will be given a number of compulsory work requirements, written and oral assignments and practical work. The details in connection with the organization of the teaching can be found in the semester plan.

Compulsory assignments

  • mandatory assignments according to emnebeskrivelsen

Further on evaluation

COMPULSORY ASSIGNMETS

  • Skills training/exercises: It is mandatory to be present 75% of the time each of the skills training/exercises is carried out, cf. the semester plan for the course.
  • Submission assignments that covers selected learning outcome formulations.

Compensatory work cannot be required for lack of mandatory attendance unless a doctor's certificate of illness is presented.

Mandatory work requirements are assessed as approved / not approved.

PARTIAL ASSESMENTS

Partial assessment 1

Individual oral exam

Grade: A-F.

Permitted aids: All self-produced aids are permitted.

Partial assessment 2

Practical biodiversity test

Permitted aids:

Fieldbook with notes and illustrations.

pass / fail.

Partial assessment 3

Excursion in geology, practice of fieldwork methods

Permitted aids: All aids allowed

Pass / fail

Partial assessment 4

Excursion in biology (Ecosystem 2) The practice of fieldwork methods, registration of species and habitats.

Permitted aids: All aids allowed

Pass / fail

Partial assessment 5

Excursion in biology (Ecosystem 3) The practice of fieldwork methods, registration of species and habitats.

Permitted aids: All aids allowed

Pass / fail

Partial assessments can be retaken or improved individually. All sub-assessments must be passed in order to obtain a passing grade in the course. Several of the partial assessments are oriented towards field activity with excursions to different habitat types. These are excursions to ecosystems such as mountains, forests, marine ecosystems and fresh water. Here the student must be physically prepared to move in varied terrain. The selection of excursions will vary somewhat from year to year. The student can take the oral examination if one or more of the other partial assessments are missing, but do not get a grade in the course. It is possible to appeal a grade given on parts of the assessment (not oral/practical exam).

Specific conditions

Admission to a programme of study is required:
Primary and Lower Secondary Teacher Education for Years 1-7 (MGLU1-7) - some programmes

Course materials

The final syllabus will be published on Blackboard before the start of the program.

Credit reductions

Course code Reduction From To
MGLU3106 15.0 AUTUMN 2017
LGU12005 10.0 AUTUMN 2017
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Facts

Version: A
Credits:  15.0 SP
Study level: Intermediate course, level II

Coursework

Term no.: 1
Teaching semester:  AUTUMN 2024

Language of instruction: Norwegian

Location: Trondheim

Subject area(s)
  • Teacher Education
  • Life Sciences
Contact information
Course coordinator: Lecturer(s):

Department with academic responsibility
Department of Teacher Education

Timetable

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Examination

Examination arrangement: Aggregate score

Term Status code Evaluation Weighting Examination aids Date Time Examination system Room *
Autumn ORD Test "Species" 0/1

Release
2024-09-30

Submission
2024-09-30


09:00


15:00

INSPERA
Room Building Number of candidates
Autumn ORD Field activity (ecosystem 2) 0/1 E 2024-09-09
Room Building Number of candidates
Autumn ORD Field activity in geology 0/1 HJELPEMIDD 2024-10-09
Room Building Number of candidates
Autumn ORD Field activity (ecosystem 3) 0/1 HJELPEMIDD

2024-08-26 - 2024-08-27

Room Building Number of candidates
Autumn ORD Oral examination (1) 1/1 HJELPEMIDD

2024-12-10 - 2024-12-13

Room Building Number of candidates
Spring UTS Test "Species" 0/1 INSPERA
Room Building Number of candidates
Spring UTS Field activity (ecosystem 2) 0/1 E
Room Building Number of candidates
Spring UTS Field activity in geology 0/1 HJELPEMIDD
Room Building Number of candidates
Spring UTS Field activity (ecosystem 3) 0/1 HJELPEMIDD
Room Building Number of candidates
Spring UTS Oral examination 1/1 HJELPEMIDD
Room Building Number of candidates
  • * The location (room) for a written examination is published 3 days before examination date. If more than one room is listed, you will find your room at Studentweb.
  • 1) Individual time for the oral exam will be published later in Blackboard.
Examination

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