| K1 | <p>Demonstrate a sound knowledge of the VCE Study Designs in Biology, Chemistry, Physics or Environmental Science particularly in Unit I and Unit 3.</p> |
| K2 | <p>Display a solid knowledge of the appropriate biological, chemical, physical or earth and space sciences as specified in the Australian curriculum, the relationship to educational contexts, and how they interact in effective teaching.</p> |
| K3 | <p>Demonstrate developing understandings of the rationale, methodology and teaching techniques relevant to VCE Biology, Chemistry, Physics or Environmental Science and how these subjects relate to the teaching of Science.</p> |
| K4 | <p>Demonstrate developing knowledge of resources, including technology, relevant to the teaching of Biology, Chemistry, Physics and Environmental Science at VCE level.</p> |
| K5 | <p>Understand the links between effective planning, teaching, and assessment areas.</p> |
| K6 | <p>Identify the way literacy and numeracy skills can be developed among students in Senior Science.</p> |
| S1 | <p>Devise valid methods for assessment in VCE Units 1 and 3 in line with VCE guidelines for Biology, Chemistry, Physics or Environmental Science.</p> |
| S2 | <p>Show developing skills in the teaching of Biology, Chemistry, Physics or Environmental Science, using theoretical frameworks and practical ability to produce effective learning for a wide range of students.</p> |
| S3 | <p>Use a variety of technologies in the classroom in order to assist learning.</p> |
| S4 | <p>Effectively articulate and justify practice.</p> |
| S5 | <p>Use literacy and numeracy teaching strategies in the Senior Science teaching area.</p> |
| A1 | <p>Demonstrate understanding of key concepts in a VCE Science course.</p> |
| A2 | <p>Design, plan and analyse a Senior Science curriculum.</p> |
| A3 | <p>Plan for classroom practices that are inclusive and cater for students needs</p> |
| A4 | <p>Design and provide a written rationale for assessment tasks in VCE units 1.</p> |