February 13, 2017
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By Group 7 MINI SCIENCE ESSAY: AC1: An explanation of scientific literacy Being scientifically literate is the ability to understand basic scientific language and concepts. This includes factors such as being able to carry out an experiment including a fair test, changing variables, understanding the dependent and independent variables and constructing a hypothesis. A scientifically […] Continue reading
February 9, 2017
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AC1: “Scientific literacy is the knowledge and understanding of scientific concepts and processes required for personal decision making, participation in civic and cultural affairs, and economic productivity.”(National Science Education Standards, 1996, pg.22) In order for someone to be capable of understanding and fully comprehending the depth and importance of science in our society as a […] Continue reading
February 8, 2017
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Prior to our input with Richard on science, we were all to prepare a 2-minute science demonstration to show to our group. There were great ideas which can stem great lesson plans for the children in the classroom. This picture shows the “lava-lamp” experiment, the oil and water demonstrates to the children that materials don’t always mix due […] Continue reading
February 7, 2017
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A subject that I always seemed to enjoy throughout my primary and secondary school days was drama. I find it a particularly interesting and useful subject as it can offer young children many opportunities especially performing in front of an audience. To some children, the thought of performing in front of anyone can be terrifying […] Continue reading
February 6, 2017
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Comments Off on Learning From Life – A New Adventure!
Second year here at the University of Dundee is exciting because our placement is that little bit different than others. We do a placement called Learning from Life where we can go anywhere we want to for 6 weeks and can document the whole journey however we want to! So when considering the possibilities I […] Continue reading
January 29, 2017
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Waking on Friday morning I unexpectedly found my social media site exploded with claims that in America girls believe brilliance is a male trait. Naturally I was curious to find out more, and the more articles I read, I was horrified to find that the reality is that girls from as young as six truly […] Continue reading
January 28, 2017
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As part of our Science input, we were asked to consider the future and our SMART targets for our development: SPECIFIC, MEASUREABLE, ACHIEVABLE, RELEVANT, TIME BOUND. I have to be willing to commit to constantly improve my subject knowledge of science. I plan to do this by researching all the main documents for science and […] Continue reading
January 26, 2017
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I always struggled with science as a child in school in both Primary and High school. I found it extremely difficult and confusing (although I did still find certain aspects which were easier enjoyable) I only took biology to study from 3rd year onwards as this was the part of science I enjoyed the […] Continue reading
January 24, 2017
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Comments Off on Structuring a Primary Drama Lesson….
After our recent Drama input, we were asked to watch a video which details a structured approach to a drama lesson and how to set a lesson up. http://archive.teachfind.com/ttv/www.teachers.tv/videos/ks1-ks2-drama-teaching-drama-a-structured-approach.html During this video – the structure was Contract setting out allows children to be aware of how they are expected to behave in the class. Warm […] Continue reading
January 24, 2017
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Maths and I have a love-hate relationship. I love maths, but apparently maths hates me as I seem to be quite rubbish at it. Throughout my time at primary school I loved maths, and I think this was down to me having great teachers who taught me well. I was good at maths, I enjoyed […] Continue reading
January 23, 2017
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Pattern is an area of maths that lends itself to all kinds of fun and engaging activities, especially in the Early Years. I was asked to think of some experiences … Continue reading → Continue reading
January 22, 2017
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During one of our Early Years Mathematics lectures, we were asked to share with an activity which included the use of a picture book that could be used in an early years classroom. The activity I have come up with would help children learn ordinal numbers. It includes the children remembering the order of which the animals got […] Continue reading
January 22, 2017
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Comments Off on Reflection, Reflection, Reflection !!!
The process of reflection is strongly embodied in the Primary Education course and in our future endeavours as qualified teachers. Reflection is key in adapting our skills and abilities to learn, and more importantly to teach the future generations or inspiring citizens. Our professional practice develops and adapts as changes in society happen. Therefore it […] Continue reading
January 21, 2017
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Social Studies is one of my favourite areas as it is about working with people and the communications between individuals with each other. In High School, I received a B in Modern Studies, a D in Geography and went on into college where I achieved two A’s in Philosophy and Psychology and a B in […] Continue reading
January 20, 2017
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Today in class we were asked to participate in creative dance which required us to throw away our inhibitions and risk looking foolish. Surveying the room, I realised we were all in the same boat as I saw some apprehensive faces reflecting my own expression. I found the tutor’s high energy and large gesticulations […] Continue reading
January 20, 2017
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The working together module for me, didn’t seem very important at first and I didn’t appreciate the importance of coming together and creating a PowerPoint presentation as a group, going on a placement visit or having to design a poster by myself. However, through reflecting on my professional development in semester 1, this has made […] Continue reading
January 20, 2017
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As semester 2 is well underway it is useful for me to reflect back to semester 1 to analyse and evaluate how I have developed in my personal learning as well as the professional development that has been made. Over the course of semester 1 I studied two core modules – Values (self, society and … Continue reading Semester 1 Reflection. → Continue reading
January 16, 2017
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During our mathematics lectures we have been exploring the different words we use as mathematical language in the classroom. One way in which we use mathematical language on a daily basis is through reading picture books. To explain this further I have chosen to look at old time favourite, Winnie-the-Pooh by A.A.Milne. Filled with great […] Continue reading
January 16, 2017
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Comments Off on Four Friends in the Garden: Sue Heap (2005)
This book could be used to explore the mathematical concept of capacity through the size of the jugs and cups used at the picnic. To introduce and develop this concept with the children different jugs and cups could be put on the table with water. The children would then explore how each jug or cup […] Continue reading
January 16, 2017
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This week, I chose to look at the children’s book ‘Ten Apples Up On Top’, by Dr. Seuss. The book explores many mathematical concepts, such as: Counting to 10 Counting forwards Counting backwards Counting in ones The majority of the mathematical language which is explored within the book, is the written words for the numbers […] Continue reading
