COURSE GOALS: The course aims to provide students - prospective informatics/computer science teachers with necessary knowledge and skills for effective planning, management, delivering, and reflecting computer science lessons at elementary and secondary school level, as well as prepare them for lifelong learning in the field of information-communication technologies (ICTs).
LEARNING OUTCOMES AT THE LEVEL OF THE PROGRAMME:
1. KNOWLEDGE AND UNDERSTANDING
1.4. list and describe basic concepts and abstract principles of computing machines, information and communication technology;
1.7. describe the latest developments in digital technology and their possible application in teaching;
1.8. demonstrate knowledge and understanding of new insights into contemporary physics and informatics teaching methods and strategies;
1.10. integrate physics and informatics content knowledge with knowledge of pedagogy, psychology, didactics and teaching methods courses;
2. APPLYING KNOWLEDGE AND UNDERSTANDING
2.7. use computing technology to solve scientific and technological problems;
2.10. plan and design appropriate teaching lessons and learning activities based on curriculum goals and principles of interactive enquiry-based teaching;
2.11. plan and design efficient and appropriate assessment strategies and methods to evaluate and ensure the continuous development of pupils;
3. MAKING JUDGEMENTS
3.1. develop a critical scientific attitude towards research in general, and in particular by learning to critically evaluate arguments, assumptions, abstract concepts and data;
3.2. develop clear and measurable learning outcomes and objectives in teaching based on curriculum goals;
3.3. reflect on and evaluate their own practice of teaching;
3.4. accept responsibilities in planning and managing teaching duties;
3.5. demonstrate professional integrity and ethical behaviour in work with pupils and colleagues;
4. COMMUNICATION SKILLS
4.2. present complex ideas clearly and concisely;
4.3. present their own research results at education or scientific meetings;
4.4. use the written and oral English language communication skills that are essential for pursuing a career in physics, informatics and education;
5. LEARNING SKILLS
5.1. search for and use professional literature as well as any other sources of relevant information;
5.2. remain informed of new developments and methods in informatics and education;
5.3. develop a personal sense of responsibility for their professional advancement and development;
LEARNING OUTCOMES SPECIFIC FOR THE COURSE:
* describe the latest developments in digital technology and their possible application in teaching;
* describe the latest developments in digital technology and their possible application in teaching;
* use computing technology to solve scientific and technological problems;
* plan and design appropriate teaching lessons and learning activities based on curriculum goals and principles of interactive enquiry-based teaching;
* plan and design efficient and appropriate assessment strategies and methods to evaluate and ensure the continuous development of pupils;
* develop clear and measurable learning outcomes and objectives in teaching based on curriculum goals;
* apply various teaching/learning strategies;
COURSE DESCRIPTION:
1. (5 hours) Theoretical basis
* the aim of computer science/informatics teaching and lifelong learning
* learning outcomes (HKO and EQF)
* planning and designing learning activities, strategies and methods
2. (5 hours) Computer science/informatics curriculum - content, organization and methodology of teaching computer science/informatics
3. (20 hours) Knowledge and skills in ICT (the basic elements) and methodology of teaching informatics
* usage of a personal computer
* basics of computer technology
* solving problems
* role of programming
4. (45 hours) The topics listed above are also discussed in seminar, where students give their talks
REQUIREMENTS FOR STUDENTS:
Regular attendance, giving at least 2 seminar talks, active participation in discussions, final exam
GRADING AND ASSESSING THE WORK OF STUDENTS:
The final grade is formed on the basis: seminar talks (760%), active participation in discussions (5%), the final exam (25%).
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