COURSE PRO FORMA Program Sarjana Muda Perguruan dengan Kepujian (Sains Pendidikan Rendah) Course Title Course

code Credit Hour Contact Hours Medium of Instruction Pre-requisite to entry Learning Outcomes Management of the Science Laboratory and Resources (Pengurusan makmal sains dan sumber) SCE3112 3 (3+0) 45 hours English None 1. Explain the need and importance of the science laboratory in the teaching and learning of science. 2. Discuss ways to facilitate the effective organisation and management of science laboratories. 3. Identify the appropriate safety precautions to carry out science activities. 4. Demonstrate basic laboratory techniques concerning glass works and preservation of biological specimen. 5. Demonstrate knowledge and skills in maintaining scientific equipment and materials. 6. Explore how improvisation, preparation and selection of appropriate resources can enhance the learning of primary science. Synopsis This course discusses the management of the science laboratory and resources, safe handling of scientific materials handling of chemicals, rules and safety in the laboratory, basic laboratory techniques, preservation of biological specimens, science teaching and learning resources, preparation and improvisation of selected resources and presentation. Kursus ini membincangkan tentang pengurusan makmal sains dan sumber-sumber,, cara pengendalian selamat bahan-bahan kimia, peraturan dan keselamatan dalam makmal, teknik-teknik asas makmal, pengawetan spesimen biologi, sumber-sumber pengajaran dan pembelajaran sains, penyediaan dan pindaan sumbersumber terpilih dan persembahannya. Topic 1 Content Management of science laboratory organisation structure of science laboratory management committee role and responsibilities of the science laboratory staff budgeting, ordering and purchasing stock keeping procedure for disposal Hours 3

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Safe Handling of Scientific Materials handling of chemicals techniques of pouring chemicals handling of radioactive materials handling of biological materials storage of chemicals handling of electrical equipment storage of science equipment Rules and Safety in the Laboratory laboratory rules and regulations types of injuries and first aid procedure prevention of injuries and accidents type of fires use of various type of fire extinguishers Basic Laboratory Techniques I glass work and glass cutting preparation of chemical solutions diluting concentrated acids Basic Laboratory Techniques II glass work and glass cutting preparation of chemical solutions diluting concentrated acids Preservation of biological specimens I dry preservation wet preservation Preservation of biological specimens II dry preservation wet preservation Science teaching and learning resources I improvisation, preparation, reviewing and selection of teaching aids such as models, charts, transparency and handouts Science teaching and learning resources II improvisation, preparation, reviewing and selection of teaching aids such as slides, video, courseware and multimedia materials Science teaching and learning resources II improvisation, preparation, reviewing

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and selection of teaching aids such as slides, video, courseware and multimedia materials Science teaching and learning resources III improvisation, preparation, reviewing and selection of science apparatus such as lenses, funnel, magnifying glass and beakers Science teaching and learning resources III improvisation, preparation, reviewing and selection of science apparatus such as lenses, funnel, magnifying glass and beakers Science teaching and learning resources IV use of outdoor environment for science such science garden, mini zoo, pond, and science centre Preparation and improvisation of selected, resources and presentation Preparation and improvisation of selected resources and presentation Total Assessment Main References Course work 50% Examination 50% Joshi, S.R. (2005). Teaching of science. New Delhi:A.P.H. Publishing Corporation. Tan, S.C. & Wong F.L. (2003) Teaching and learning with technology: An Asia Pacific perspective. Singapore: Prentice Hall. Martin, R.; Sexton, C.; Gerlovich, J. (2002). Teaching science for all children-Methods for constructing understanding. Boston: Allyn and Bacon. Additional References Martin, D.J. (2006). Elementary science methods: A constructivist approach. Belmont:Thomson Wadsworth. SEAMEO RECSAM. (1978). Laboratory management and techniques for schools and colleges. Kuala Lumpur: Anthonian Store Sdn. Bhd. Newton L. D. & Newton D.P. (1998) Coordinating science across the primary science. London:Falmer Press.
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