Unpack curricular learning objectives. This will involve a solid understanding of those curricula, appropriate assessment strategies, and development of student tasks that give each of them the best opportunities to achieve those objectives. Particular emphasis will be placed on the student's 'main' science discipline.

Evidence their ability to teach and learn. This will involve creating written accounts where you go beyond a description of what you planned and what happened, to an evidence-based and analysed approach. You will be asked to reflect on your own teacher education – on your knowledge, your beliefs, the habits you’re working to improve your teaching, and the role of community in these.

Junior Cycle specification, including learning outcomes.

Senior Cycle science subjects

Transition Year

Professional practice

Not applicable to this module.

• Feedback individually to students, on an activity or draft prior to summative assessment
• Feedback individually to students, post-assessment
• Group/class feedback, post-assessment
• Peer review activities
• Self-assessment activities

The assignments will be graded against rubrics that will be discussed in class. Students will receive a copy of the feedback sheets and will have the opportunity to speak to the lecturer regarding their assessments. Given the practical nature of this module, feedback will be offered over the entire trimester. The group will be asked to reflect at various points during the module. The lecturer will provide formative feedback to the group. The aim of this feedback is to shape the class as a community of practice