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An Integrated Common Theme-Based Web Site for Teaching Science and Technology in Australian Primary Schools
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, National Hualien Teachers College, Taiwan

International Conference on Mathematics / Science Education and Technology, Publisher: Association for the Advancement of Computing in Education (AACE)

Abstract

The paper describes an integrated common theme-based web site that supports the teaching of Science and Technology in Australian primary schools. There are ten components in the web site. The "Background Information" component strengthens teachers' background scientific knowledge and skills. The "Content Strands", "Learning Outcomes", "Program Overviews", and "Links to other key learning areas" components assist Australian primary school teachers implementing the theme-based programs for teaching Science & Technology. Moreover, the "Internet Lesson Plans" and "Teaching Resources" components help teachers to reflect on their designs of the program. The "Fun Web Sites for Kids" motivates students to learn by exploring fun sites that are specially designed for children. The "Ask Expert a Question" and "News Discussion Group" components help teachers to solve problems in subject domain or teaching. This web site reveals the common theme-based characteristics of Australian primary curriculum, and it contributes to improve Australian primary school science teaching.

Citation

Lin, M.J. (2000). An Integrated Common Theme-Based Web Site for Teaching Science and Technology in Australian Primary Schools. In Proceedings of International Conference on Mathematics / Science Education and Technology 2000 (pp. 261-264). Association for the Advancement of Computing in Education (AACE). Retrieved March 28, 2024 from .

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