| Module Title |
Chemistry topics through Laboratory Practicals |
| Module Code |
EDS1091 (ITS: SG412) |
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Faculty |
STEM Ed, Innov, Global Studies |
School |
DCU Institute of Education |
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NFQ level |
8 |
Credit Rating |
5 |
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Description
This module consists of part workshops and part laboratory workshops. The laboratory workshops focus on developing an understanding of particular concepts in chemistry through laboratory activities. Basic skills will be enhanced through their application in problem solving practical tasks. The focus of the workshops is on developing the pedagogical content knowledge necessary to communicate and teach chemistry. Common misconceptions will be explored and identified and strategies discussed to understand their development. Strategies to assess a range of learning outcomes will be explored.
An integral part of this module will be exploring how concepts are linked and identifying threshold concepts. This module will link the theoretical education modules to classroom practice in chemistry.
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Learning Outcomes
1. Undertake selected chemistry experiments relevant to chemistry education
2. Identify and develop strategies to deal with common student misconceptions in chemistry
3. Develop suitable investigations in chemistry
4. Discuss strategies specifically useful in chemistry teaching
5. Analyse assessments to determine the learning shown
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| Workload | Full time hours per semester | | Type | Hours | Description |
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| Laboratory | 36 | Laboratory Workshops | | Independent Study | 89 | Preparation of assignments and portfolio, Reading on relevant module topics e.g. practical skills, visualisations, fundamental concepts, laboratory health and safety |
| Total Workload: 125 |
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| Section Breakdown | | CRN | 10526 | Part of Term | Semester 1 | | Coursework | 0% | Examination Weight | 0% | | Grade Scale | 40PASS | Pass Both Elements | Y | | Resit Category | RC1 | Best Mark | N | | Module Co-ordinator | James Lovatt | Module Teacher | |
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| Assessment Breakdown |
| Type | Description | % of total | Assessment Date |
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| Report(s) | Reports on laboratory activities demonstrating understanding of related chemistry | 45% | n/a | | In Class Test | Assessments on conceptual knowledge | 25% | n/a | | Assignment | Written Assignments and presentations on tasks such as developing investigation tasks, completing literature reviews on societal use of chemistry. | 30% | n/a |
| Reassessment Requirement Type |
Resit arrangements are explained by the following categories;
RC1: A resit is available for both* components of the module.
RC2: No resit is available for a 100% coursework module.
RC3: No resit is available for the coursework component where there is a coursework and summative examination element.
* ‘Both’ is used in the context of the module having a coursework/summative examination split; where the module is 100% coursework, there will also be a resit of the assessment
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Pre-requisite |
None
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Co-requisite |
None |
| Compatibles |
None |
| Incompatibles |
None |
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All module information is indicative and subject to change. For further information,students are advised to refer to the University's Marks and Standards and Programme Specific Regulations at: http://www.dcu.ie/registry/examinations/index.shtml
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Indicative Content and Learning Activities
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Indicative Reading List
Books:
- Garcia-Martinez and Serrano-Torregrosa: 2015, Chemistry Education - Best practices, Opportunities and Trends, 978-3-527-336
- Stuart W. Bennett,Katherine O'Neale: 1999, Progressive Development of Practical Skills in Chemistry, Royal Society of Chemistry, 172, 0854049509
- John R. Dean: 2011, Practical Skills in Chemistry, Prentice Hall, 569, 9780273731184
Articles:
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Other Resources
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