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Echoes on the teaching of physical science using the topic projectile motion

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  • Lettah Sikhosana

    (Ph.D., Department of Science and Technology Education, College of Education, University of South Africa, South Africa)

  • Awelani V. Mudau

    (C3 NRF Rated Full Professor, Department of Science and Technology Education, College of Education, University of South Africa, Preller street Muckleneuk Ridge, South Africa)

Abstract

The aim of this paper was to present reflections on the teaching of physical science using the topic of projectile motion as a launch pad. It focused on the teaching model and what the Department of Basic Education expects from teaching physical science subjects. Furthermore, it looked at some of the challenges regarding teaching physical science in general and in particular to the projectile motion topic. It looked at empirical studies in projectile motion to situate the current research interest to articulate gaps in the topic and the subject. It concludes with recommendations and highlights a need to focus on all grades when teaching physical science subjects, particularly projectile motion than only in grade 12 as stipulated by Curriculum Assessment Policy Statement. The team teaching approach amongst curriculum implementers and subject teachers is also accentuated, and further investigations are proposed. Key Words:Misconceptions, Projectile Motion, Prior Knowledge, Performance, Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics (STEM)

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  • Lettah Sikhosana & Awelani V. Mudau, 2022. "Echoes on the teaching of physical science using the topic projectile motion," International Journal of Research in Business and Social Science (2147-4478), Center for the Strategic Studies in Business and Finance, vol. 11(7), pages 276-283, October.
    • Handle: RePEc:rbs:ijbrss:v:11:y:2022:i:7:p:276-283
    DOI: 10.20525/ijrbs.v11i7.1994
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