| 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
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