Theory for HSC Science Extension Teachers (9/6)

This workshop is designed for teachers new to teaching HSC Science Extension plus those who would like to refamiliarise themselves with the content, background theory and make connections across the different modules of the HSC Science Extension syllabus. We will be unpacking:

• The Foundations of Scientific Thinking
• The Scientific Research Proposal 
• The Data, Evidence and Decisions 
• The Research Report
• Opportunities for Depth Studies

This workshop can contribute to 5 hours of ‘Elective PD’ addressing 2.1.1 from the Australian Professional Standards for Teachers towards maintaining Proficient Teacher Accreditation in NSW.

Workshop Delivered by Bill Matchett

Bill Matchett has worked as a Science Teacher in South West Sydney since 1995, starting at Elizabeth Macarthur HS before moving to Westfields Sports HS as Head of Science. He is currently Head of Science at Macquarie Fields HS. Bill is working with LMC developing networks for Science Extension. He is an experienced HSC marker, and senior HSC marker, and has written text resources for Nelson Cengage.