STEM Education Research Group

Dr. Puvirajah currently teaches the following courses at Western.

EDUC 5178 Curriculum and Pedagogy in Elementary Science and Technology (Undergraduate)

Approaches to and strategies for the teaching of science in the elementary school grades. Course content focuses on curricula and pedagogies that are true to the nature of science, consistent with the desired educational aims, and appropriate for young learners. Significant attention is paid to environmental and sustainability education.

EDUC 5202/5241 Curriculum and Pedagogy in Senior Biology/Environmental Science (Undergraduate)

An introduction to curriculum and pedagogy in science with particular emphasis on biology. A focus on pedagogical practice and theoretical perspectives on science teaching, the nature of science, and cognitive, behavioural and social theories of science learning and adolescent development. Ontario secondary science curricula are also examined.

EDUC 5205/5221 Curriculum and Pedagogy in Senior Chemistry/Physics (Undergraduate)

An introduction to curriculum and instruction in chemistry & physics in the Senior division. Teacher candidates design and critique instructional approaches based on a consideration of the nature of science and science education. Attention to constructivist, cognitive, behavioural and social theories of learning, and to motivation, student diversity and classroom management.

EDUC 9678 Diverse Traditions: Approaches to Educational Research (Graduate)

An introduction to major approaches to researching questions pertaining to students in curriculum studies and studies in applied linguistics. Topics are designed to support students in reading, evaluating, interpreting, and conducting educational research in their own areas of interest.