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Francis, Marj; Paige, Kathryn; Hardy, Graham – Teaching Science, 2016
An invitation to be part of a small research project with science teacher educators focusing on the Australian Curriculum--Science as a Human Endeavour strand provided an opportunity for professional learning in science for an early career teacher working with Year 1-2 students. This article explores how the use of students' photography of local…
Descriptors: Questioning Techniques, Photography, Water, Natural Resources
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Lewis, Elaine; Bullimore, Hayley; Krupa, Amy; Gaschk, Katherine; Pearson, Jennifer – Teaching Science, 2014
Science expositions at the Canning River Eco Education Centre (CREEC), Perth, Western Australia, have been conducted over the last five years (2009-2013) during National Science Week. These expos aimed to enhance science understanding in the community, foster partnerships for science and promote science careers by providing a scientific feast for…
Descriptors: Exhibits, Science Fairs, Science Education, Educational Practices
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Ng, Wan – Teaching Science, 2014
Educators are continually being challenged to think about how best to integrate digital technologies meaningfully and effectively in their classrooms. A current trend in educational technology which has the potential to enable this in a pragmatic manner is the flipped classroom concept. This paper aims to explore the idea in Science teaching and…
Descriptors: Science Instruction, Classroom Techniques, Teaching Methods, Educational Practices
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Marsack, Peter; Shepherd, Lee-Anne; Bartlett, Anni – Teaching Science, 2013
Australia State of the Environment 2011 (SoE 2011) is a comprehensive review of the Australian environment, providing an independent and authoritative snapshot of the state of our continent. The report presents relevant and useful information to the public and decision makers to improve understanding of environmental issues and support better…
Descriptors: Science Teachers, Educational Resources, Teaching Guides, Environmental Education
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Barlow, Tim – Teaching Science, 2012
"Chalk and talk" had been the staple pedagogical approach of my Science teaching practice since entering the profession. I felt that there was a great deal of information that I must impart to my students. My tried and tested way to deliver information to my students had always been simply to stand in front of them and tell it to them... So what…
Descriptors: Teaching Methods, Teaching Styles, Teacher Effectiveness, Change Strategies
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Bertram, Adam – Teaching Science, 2012
Many experienced teachers make rolling out a science class appear to be easy. In reality, there is usually deep and complex thinking behind their practice. This knowledge is sometimes so intrinsic and part of their everyday practice, that it remains hidden and unexplored. This article presents data from a study that attempted to draw out such…
Descriptors: Experienced Teachers, Science Teachers, Constructivism (Learning), Expertise