PSC1501
Assignment 3 PORTFOLIO 2025
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Due Date: 3 September 2025
QUESTION 1
1.1 Big Ideas of Science
Pedagogy they are linked to
The ―big ideas of science‖ are linked to constructivist pedagogy, where teaching focuses
on helping learners build deep understanding of key scientific concepts rather than
memorising isolated facts. This pedagogy encourages inquiry, critical thinking, and
connecting ideas across different areas of science.
Definition of the term
The ―big ideas of science‖ refer to the core concepts, principles, and explanations that
underpin our understanding of the natural world. They are fundamental ideas that provide
learners with a coherent framework for making sense of scientific knowledge. Instead of
covering endless small details, big ideas highlight the essential understandings that can be
applied across many contexts. They aim to ensure that learners grasp the explanatory
Terms of use
By making use of this document you agree to:
power of science and can use it to interpret everyday phenomena.
Use this document as a guide for learning, comparison and reference purpose,
Terms of use
Not to duplicate, reproduce and/or misrepresent the contents of this document as your own work,
By making use of this document you agree to:
Use this document
Fully accept the consequences
solely as a guide forshould you plagiarise
learning, reference,or and
misuse this document.
comparison purposes,
Ensure originality of your own work, and fully accept the consequences should you plagiarise or misuse this document.
Comply with all relevant standards, guidelines, regulations, and legislation governing academic and written work.
Disclaimer
Great care has been taken in the preparation of this document; however, the contents are provided "as is" without any express or
implied representations or warranties. The author accepts no responsibility or liability for any actions taken based on the
information contained within this document. This document is intended solely for comparison, research, and reference purposes.
Reproduction, resale, or transmission of any part of this document, in any form or by any means, is strictly prohibited.
Assignment 3 PORTFOLIO 2025
Unique Number:
Due Date: 3 September 2025
QUESTION 1
1.1 Big Ideas of Science
Pedagogy they are linked to
The ―big ideas of science‖ are linked to constructivist pedagogy, where teaching focuses
on helping learners build deep understanding of key scientific concepts rather than
memorising isolated facts. This pedagogy encourages inquiry, critical thinking, and
connecting ideas across different areas of science.
Definition of the term
The ―big ideas of science‖ refer to the core concepts, principles, and explanations that
underpin our understanding of the natural world. They are fundamental ideas that provide
learners with a coherent framework for making sense of scientific knowledge. Instead of
covering endless small details, big ideas highlight the essential understandings that can be
applied across many contexts. They aim to ensure that learners grasp the explanatory
Terms of use
By making use of this document you agree to:
power of science and can use it to interpret everyday phenomena.
Use this document as a guide for learning, comparison and reference purpose,
Terms of use
Not to duplicate, reproduce and/or misrepresent the contents of this document as your own work,
By making use of this document you agree to:
Use this document
Fully accept the consequences
solely as a guide forshould you plagiarise
learning, reference,or and
misuse this document.
comparison purposes,
Ensure originality of your own work, and fully accept the consequences should you plagiarise or misuse this document.
Comply with all relevant standards, guidelines, regulations, and legislation governing academic and written work.
Disclaimer
Great care has been taken in the preparation of this document; however, the contents are provided "as is" without any express or
implied representations or warranties. The author accepts no responsibility or liability for any actions taken based on the
information contained within this document. This document is intended solely for comparison, research, and reference purposes.
Reproduction, resale, or transmission of any part of this document, in any form or by any means, is strictly prohibited.
