1. komponenta

Lecture type	Total
Lectures	30
Seminar	30

* Load is given in academic hour (1 academic hour = 45 minutes)

1. Objectives:

1. Understanding and correct usage of basic concepts/terms in pedagogy, which are a frame of reference for communication in the teaching profession
2. Understanding of basic pedagogical trends and historical development of theoretical concepts of education that have influenced practical work in education
3. Understanding the basic methodological paradigms which are a starting point for the research of pedagogical phenomena and practical activities
4. Ability to apply theoretical concepts in analyzing school practices

The course contributes to the following learning outcomes at the program level:

KNOWLEDGE AND UNDERSTANDING
To demonstrate knowledge and understanding of contemporary approaches to teaching of Biology and contemporary teaching methods
To integrate expertise in Biology with knowledge acquired in Pedagogy, Psychology, Didactics and Methodology

APPLICATION OF KNOWLEDGE
To think analytically and construct appropriate logical arguments
To create a motivating environment for active learning that encourages the development of skills and knowledge of all students

MAKING JUDGEMENTS
To critically evaluate arguments, assumptions, concepts, data and results of scientific research
To reflect and critically evaluate performed classes
To take responsibility for successful implementation and execution of teaching tasks
To demonstrate professional integrity and ethical behavior in working with students and colleagues

COMMUNICATION SKILLS
To clearly and concisely present complex ideas to students and colleagues
To clearly and concisely present complex ideas

ABILITY TO LEARN
To independently use professional literature and other relevant sources of information
To take responsibility for own professional advancement and professional development

Upon completion of the course, students will be able to:
Define basic pedagogical terms: education, socialization, intentional and non-intentional education, pedagogical communication
Analyze and compare different approaches to defining basic terms
Describe and explain various directions in educational theory
Understanding the application of educational theory in school practice
Apply, analyze and connect terms of the course content with problems within the teaching course in later studying (Didactics, Methodology).
Judge and assess which known method is optimal for solving problems in school practice

Educational science
History of Pedagogy
Education
Education and socialization
The power and limits of education
Objectives, content and areas of education
Principles, strategies and methods of education
Education in family
Education in school: educational classes and relationships among students in class
Dealing with students that are difficult to bring up
Internalized and externalized forms of behavior
Communication in education
Media influences on education
Education outside of family and school
Alternative concepts of education
The challenges of education in the future

1. Gudjons, H. (1994). Pedagogija temeljna znanja. Zagreb: Educa
2. Lenzen, D. (2002). Vodič za studij znanosti o odgoju. Zagreb: Educa
3. Hall, K. , Murphy, P. and Soler, J. (2008). Pedagogy and practice. London: SAGE
4. . Konig, E. i Zedler, P. (2001). Teorije znanosti o odgoju. Zagreb: Educa

Mandatory course - Regular study - Biology and Chemistry Education