SCIENCE 3M03 - Applied Curriculum Design in Science

3 unit(s)

An experiential approach to teaching and learning, the course will allow students to investigate and apply the fundamentals of curriculum design through the development of learning modules in their scientific field of interest. Students will explore both in theory and in practice how research in pedagogy can inform science education and curriculum design. By the end of the course, students will have developed research-grounded learning modules targeted at students who are transitioning from high school to university.
Applications must be submitted by November 1 of the preceding term. Successful students will be notified by December 1.
Seminars/discussions (three hours); one term
Prerequisite(s): Registration in Level III or above of a program in the Faculty of Science; and a GPA of at least 8.0; and permission of the Associate Dean of Science (Academic) or delegate
This course is administered by the School of Interdisciplinary Science (SIS) .