Objectives of science

Objectives of science as per NCF and blooms taxonomy

1. Objectives of Science Teaching Alina Ali B.Ed (G) 1 st Year Jamia Millia Islamia

2. What is an objective ? In layman language…“I want to become a good teacher” is a goal, but to become a teacher, ‘what all I should do to become a good teacher?’ are the objectives to become a good teacher. Objective is a part to aim- a narrower term when compared to aim. It can be defined as- objective is a point or an end view of possible achievement in terms of what a student is able to do when the educational system is directed towards educational aims.

3. Objective is a statement of actions through which an observable change is sought to be brought. It indicates the direction of pupil’s growth It provides link between pupil, teachers, parents by focusing with intended outcomes of leaning.

4. Difference b/w aims and objectives Aims Directions in education Attainment of aim is beyond scope of school Are directions encompassing entire educational system in and out of school Broad and general Objectives End points of possible achievement Specific, immediate, attainable goals Vary from subject to subject Narrower and specific

5. Objectives of Science Teaching Should be determined by needs of people Learning in science involves children advancing their ideas by trying them out in practical Purpose of science teaching is not only to acquaint them with knowledge of scientific facts, concepts but also to develop scientific attitude in them.

6. Some of the objectives of teaching science in the school curriculum should be directed towards: better understanding of the nature of science . acquisition of skills . development of scientific attitudes training in scientific method development of interest and appreciation helping the students fit themselves better in the society helping students develop suitable career interest

7. Towards development of scientific attitude Open mindedness Curiosity Tolerance Honest doubt Respect for other’s point of view Critical observation and thought Freedom from superstition Judgment based on scientific facts Planned procedure in solving problems

8. Towards training in scientific method

9. Towards development of interest and appreciation Teaching of science should enable a student to develop and enjoy personal interests, some of which are related to science. Students should be able to recognize and enjoy scientific aspects of their natural and man made environment Students should be encouraged by including in science curriculum activities like science clubs, exhibitions, excursions etc.

10. Towards helping the students fit themselves better in the society The science curriculum gives extensive practice in working together both in large and small groups thus promoting cooperation and tolerance, besides enhancing self confidence, self reliance, among students. Students gain practice in conducting their projects, etc independently while having increased contact with outside work.

11. Objectives as per NCF (position paper on teaching of science) The main objectives at this stage are to arouse curiosity about the world (natural environment, artifacts and people) To have the child engage in exploratory and hands-on activities that lead to the development of basic cognitive and psychomotor skills through language, observation, recording, differentiation, classification, inference, drawing, illustrations, design and fabrication, estimation and measurement. The curriculum should also help the child internalize the values of cleanliness, honesty, co-operation, concern for life and environment. Primary Stage (Classes I to V)

12. To develop the child’s practical and problem solving skills, ability to analyze data; application of knowledge learnt; understanding of concepts; understanding, reading and making graphical representations; and solving simple numerical exercises. students should have developed the critical ability to evaluate the epistemological status of facts that they encounter in science. Above primary level

13. How to write objectives ? - Blooms Taxonomy

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