Module Details
The information contained in this module specification was correct at the time of publication but may be subject to change, either during the session because of unforeseen circumstances, or following review of the module at the end of the session. Queries about the module should be directed to the member of staff with responsibility for the module.
Title SCIENCE COMMUNICATION
Code CHEM390
Coordinator Prof HC Aspinall
Chemistry
Hca@liverpool.ac.uk
Year CATS Level Semester CATS Value
Session 2016-17 Level 6 FHEQ Whole Session 15

Pre-requisites before taking this module (or general academic requirements):
Successful completion of preceding year of study Criteria for Acceptance (these will be assessed by the module leader with advice from Year Coordinators and Tutors): Student must display a genuine interest in working with schools (personal statement is required) Student can commit to deliver the scheduled outreach sessions, be punctual, appropriately dressed and well prepared. 

Aims

The aims of this module are to:

  • Provide key transferable skills to undergraduates, including: communication, presentation, practical classroom skills and team-working
  • Provide classroom based experience for undergraduates who are considering teaching as a potential career
  • Encourage a new generation of STEM teachers
  • Provide role models for pupils within schools located in areas of high deprivation
  • Increase University of Liverpool widening participation activities within Merseyside

Learning Outcomes

On successful completion of this module students will:

  • have an understanding of the UK educational system and relevant teaching and learning styles
  • have an understanding of the widening participation agenda
  • be able to apply the relevant protocols and safeguarding practice when delivering within a school setting
  • be able to apply practical knowledge of effective delivery styles when engaging with primary or secondary aged pupils
  • reflect on and evaluate the effectiveness of the delivery
  • have experience of planning and delivery of a project
  • have experience of team working
  • have experience of science communication in a variety of situations

Teaching and Learning Strategies

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Syllabus
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Semester 1: Induction and training

A series of lectures delivered by EO team members will cover the following topics:

  • The UK educational system
  • Key stage 2 & 3 learning styles
  • Widening Participation

Students will also be trained as STEM ambassadors

The topics above will be illustrated in practice through shadowing of EO team members

Students will produce a detailed lesson plan for a KS2 or KS3 lesson on a STEM topic, and will write an essay on a relevant science component of the KS2 or KS3 National Curriculum.

Semester 2: Delivery

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They will evaluate the effectiveness of the sessions they deliver, and report on their outreach work both through a written report and a poster session.


Recommended Texts
Reading lists are managed at readinglists.liverpool.ac.uk. Click here to access the reading lists for this module.
Explanation of Reading List:

Teaching Schedule
  Lectures Seminars Tutorials Lab Practicals Fieldwork Placement Other TOTAL
Study Hours 20

         140

 160
Timetable (if known)              
Private Study -10
TOTAL HOURS 150

Assessment
EXAM Duration Timing
(Semester)		 % of
final
mark		 Resit/resubmission
opportunity		 Penalty for late
submission		 Notes
             
CONTINUOUS Duration Timing
(Semester)		 % of
final
mark		 Resit/resubmission
opportunity		 Penalty for late
submission		 Notes
Coursework    Semester 2  30  None    Assessment 1 
Coursework    Semester 2  10  none  Standard University Policy applies - see Department/School handbook for details.  Assessment 2 
Coursework    Semester 1  10  none  Standard University Policy applies - see Department/School handbook for details.  Assessment 3 
Coursework    Semester 1  20  none  Standard University Policy applies - see Department/School handbook for details.  Assessment 4 
Coursework    Semester 2  30    Standard University Policy applies - see Department/School handbook for details.  Assessment 5 Notes (applying to all assessments) Delivery of outreach sessions Outreach sessions must be delivered at the times arranged with schools. Poster Exemption applied for 7th June 2011 Lesson plan Exemption applied for 7th June 2011 Essay on science topic in National Curriculum Exemption applied for 7th June 2011Final report