Science, Technology and Environmental Education
The Science, Technology and Environmental Education programme is for educators interested in curriculum development, learning and teaching in science, technology and environmental education.
The Programme is part of the Technology, Environmental, Mathematics and Science (TEMS) Education Centre, which offers professional development for graduates in technology, environmental, mathematics, science and education, who are interested in pursuing postgraduate study in the TEMS group of subjects. Intending students should discuss their programme of study with the Director of the Centre.
Key information
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Study Science, Technology and Environmental Education in these qualifications
Study Science, Technology and Environmental Education as a specialisation of
Papers
Available Science, Technology and Environmental Education papers
500 Level
| Code | Paper Title | Points | Occurrence / Location |
|---|---|---|---|
| EDUCA500 | Culturally Responsive Methodologies incorporating kaupapa Māori and Critical Theories | 30.0 | 22X (Block - Tauranga) |
| Culturally Responsive Methodologies utilise kaupapa Maori and critical theoretical frameworks to develop contexts within which the researched community can define the terms for engaging, relating and co-creating new knowledge. | |||
| EDUCA557 | Becoming a researcher: theory, ethics and methods | 30.0 | 22A (Online), 22B (Online) & 22H (Block) |
| This paper introduces students to the major educational research paradigms, methodologies appropriate to collecting data in schools (including interviews, observations, surveys, case studies), action research, literature reviews, critiquing research, and report writing. It includes consideration of ethical issues in research. | |||
| EDUCA590 | Directed Study | 30.0 | 22I (Hamilton) & 22I (Online) |
| Students have the opportunity to pursue a topic of their own interest under the guidance of academic staff. | |||
| EDUCA592 | Dissertation | 60.0 | 22X (Hamilton), 22X (Online) & 22X (Tauranga) |
| A report on the findings of a theoretical or empirical investigation. | |||
| EDUCA593 | Education Thesis | 90.0 | 22X (Hamilton), 22X (Online) & 22X (Tauranga) |
| An externally examined piece of written work that reports on the findings of supervised research. | |||
| EDUCA594 | Education Thesis | 120.0 | 22X (Hamilton), 22X (Online) & 22X (Tauranga) |
| An externally examined piece of written work that reports on the findings of supervised research. | |||
| MAOED500 | Rangahau Kaupapa Māori - Kaupapa Māori Research | 30.0 | 22X (Hamilton) |
| This paper seeks to explore Kaupapa Maori research theory and methodologies, developing more informed and culturally located and responsive research practice, with a particular focus on researching in Maori educational contexts. | |||
| SCTED508 | Science Education | 30.0 | 22A (Online) |
| This paper provides an overview of current research and development in learning, teaching, and assessment in science education, both in New Zealand and overseas. It includes an analysis of the origins, processes, and contexts of science, and their significance for science education current issues. Current issues in science educatio... | |||
| SCTED511 | Technology Education | 30.0 | 22A (Online) |
| This paper aims to provide an understanding of the current issues in technology education research and development. | |||
| SCTED512 | Innovations in Science, Technology or Environmental Education | 30.0 | 22B (Online) |
| This paper aims to help teachers of science, technology or environmental education to develop their knowledge of science, technology or the environment and to consider how this knowledge might be integrated into educational activities. Students will develop an understanding of the wider issues of curriculum and assessment innovatio... | |||
| SCTED513 | Environmental and Sustainability Education | 30.0 | 22X (Block) |
| This paper aims to provide an opportunity for in-service and pre-service teachers, and community educators to enhance their knowledge and skills in environmental/sustainability education. | |||
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Contacts
Te Kura Toi Tangata School of Education
Phone: 07 838 4466 ext 7721
Email: [email protected]
Programme Advisor
Chris Eames
Phone: 07 838 4357
Email: [email protected]