Lecture 3: Emphasis of science curriculum

The topic for today is science curriculum. First of all, let me introduce about curriculum material. Curriculum materials are syllabus, curriculum specification and text books. I learn about how the the SCIENCE TEXTBOOK is designed. Science textbook is designed based on 3 things:

1. The National Philosophy
2. The National Philosophy of Education
3. The National Science Education Philosophy

WHAT IS THE NATIONAL PHILOSOPHY?

1. Belief in god
2. Loyalty to king and country
3.  Upholding the constitution
4. Rule of law
5. Good behavior and morality

WHAT IS THE NATIONAL PHILOSOPHY OF EDUCATION?

Education in Malaysia is

• An on-going effort toward developing the potential of individuals in a holistic and integrated manner
• to produce individuals who are intellectually, spiritually, emotionally and physically balanced and harmonious based on a firm belief in and devotion to God
• Such an effort is designed to produce Malaysian citizens who are:

1. Knowledgeable
2. Competent
3. Possess high moral standards
4. Responsible
5. Capable of achieving a high level personal well being
6. Able  to contribute to the harmony and betterment of the family, society and the nation at large

WHAT IS THE NATIONAL SCIENCE EDUCATION PHILOSOPHY?

In consonance with the National Education Philosophy, science education in Malaysia nurtures a Science and Technology Culture by focusing on the development of individuals who competitive, dynamic, robust and resilient and able to master scientific knowledge and technological competency.

Now, let us look at the several OBJECTIVE OF SCIENCE CURRICULUM for secondary school.

The science curriculum for secondary school enables the students to:

1.  ACQUIRE knowledge in science and technology in the context of natural phenomena and everyday life experiences
2.  UNDERSTAND developments in the field of science and technology.
3.  APPLY knowledge and skills in a creative and critical manner for problem solving and decision making
4. FACE challenges in the scientific and technological world and be willing to CONTRIBUTE towards the development of science and technology
5. APPRECIATE the contributions of science and technology towards national development and the well being of mankind
6. CREATE awareness on the need to love and care for the environment and PLAY an active role in its preservation and conservation

That's all for the lecture 3...