Teaching Education & Teacher Training

Natural Sciences in Everyday Life

Certification

Once you have successfully completed this programme, you will receive a Certificate of Competence in Natural Sciences in Everyday Life.

Programme Type

Short Learning Programme

Course Prospects

This Short Learning Programme focuses on strengthening teachers’ knowledge base in the area of Natural Sciences at General Education and Training (GET) Level, thus equipping them to teach this subject more confidently and efficiently.
This course should be taken together with Understanding the National Curriculum Statement and Natural Sciences, which deals with strategies for the teaching of these key concepts and knowledge.

Entrance Requirements

You must be competent in English and have

  • Theoretical, academic and practical professional knowledge and understanding at NQF Level 5

Programme Duration

Minimum: 6 months
Maximum: 12 months

Course Contents

  • Strengthened subject knowledge in the area of Natural Sciences
  • Improved use of resources in the learning area
  • Increased reflection on the improvement of classroom practices

Assessment

Formative: You will be required to submit two assignments.
Summative: You will be required to complete one assignment.

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