Science and Technology for Teachers in Primary School, Years 4-6

Learning outcomes
The overall aim of the course is for students to develop basic knowledge and understanding about science, technology and science education theories for teaching in the primary school years 4-6. The main aim of the course is that students develop knowledge and understanding about the relationship between human beings, nature and technology, and the way they interact with each other.

Modules
1. The Scientific View of the World, 5 Credits
On completion of the course, the student shall be able to:

• explain basic knowledge about the scientific view of the world, with particular focus on the evolution of life and the development of the universe
• demonstrate basic knowledge of models
• development and activities of natural sciencedemonstrate basic knowledge of scientific methods, conduct simple surveys and document and communicate these.

2. Science and Technology Education, 5 Credits
On completion of the course, the student shall be able to:

• demonstrate knowledge about the theories on the teaching of and learning about technology and the natural sciences, and the ability to reflect independently and critically on these
• demonstrate familiarity with and be able to reflect on the elementary-school syllabi for physics, biology, chemistry and technology based on purpose, central content and knowledge requirements
• demonstrate insight into how digital technologies and the internet can be used in the teaching of science and technology to strengthen pupils’ learning as well as in a critical and reflective way discuss the possibilities and problems of digital technology and the Internet
• show an understanding of how natural-science methods, first-hand experiences and aesthetics can be used in the teaching of science and technology
• demonstrate insight into how international comparisons of education in science and technology make apparent the culture of the individual school.

3. Science and Technology Every Day and in Society, 5 Credits
On completion of the course, the student shall be able to:

• demonstrate basic knowledge of physics and chemistry, with particular focus on the properties of substances, forces and energy as well as energy conversions
• explain the labeling and handling of chemicals
• demonstrate an understanding of the relationship between humans and nature, and how technology historically, nationally and internationally has influenced nature, the individual and society
• evaluate science and technology in everyday life and in society from an ethical, gender and sustainability perspective.

4. Human Beings, Body and Wellness, 5 Credits
On completion of the course, the student shall be able to:

• demonstrate basic knowledge about science with particular focus on human anatomy and physiology, food chemistry as well as sound and light
• demonstrate the ability to reflect on identity, gender and relationships in connection with discussions about puberty, sexuality and reproduction.

5. From Idea to Product, 5 Credits
On completion of the course, the student shall be able to:

• demonstrate basic knowledge about technology, with special focus on the construction, function and production methods of technical objects and technical systems
• apply control and regulation with simple programming, and reflect on and discuss how these can be used in teaching
• explain orally and in writing a technological development process, from idea to product
• evaluate scientific and technological ideas and products from a sustainability perspective.

6. Diversity and cycles in nature, 5 Credits
On completion of the course, the student shall be able to:

• demonstrate basic knowledge and understanding of natural sciences, with particular focus on life diversity, life cycles, the structure of plants, physiology, ecosystems and lifecycles
• demonstrate knowledge and understanding of human relationships with nature, human dependence and the effect nature has in terms of sustainability.