Science is a system of knowledge covering general truths. Among the learning areas, most teachers find Science very difficult to teach. Small number of teachers would like to teach it. Some would say that teaching Science is expensive because it needs materials to be used in the delivery of the lesson unlike other subject which you may execute just even using chalk. Concepts of Science are hard to teach compare to other learning areas. It requires mastery of subject matter. For others, Science may be complicated to teach. These are some of the reasons making Science difficult for them. This scenario will change if educators will know how Science should be taught in elementary. The willingness and acceptance of the teacher to teach Science is needed.
Teaching Science is effortful. There is a need for some basic memorization of concepts; but memorization should be lessen since it pull an end to the curiosity of the pupils and the chance to discover the natural world. Instead, Science should be interesting and fun for the pupils. Not every pupil finds Science engaging as other do. Integration of songs, games, role playing and incorporates popular cartoon characters in Science instructions will make it fun. Make Science significant to the pupils. Get the pupils engage in learning science concepts are best learned by doing not mere rote memorizations. Reading textbooks is not enough to learn the facts; science teaching should be hands- on activities, which demand crucial thinking by pupils for minds- on. Science is a collaborative activity. Pupils should experience working in lab groups and conduct experiments with classes. Bring pupils in activities that encourage questioning. Science is not searching about answers; it is about asking questions about what is happening in natural world. Science teacher should not be in use with question and answer technique but rather push the learning of pupils by letting asking challenging question and let them tell what they think about the questions.
Science learning must independent. Let them discover and figure out the concept for themselves. Lastly, since Science is everywhere, teach your students to be updated in the latest scientific discoveries and science news. Make Science a part of their life.
Science is challenging subject to teach, teachers should not be hesitant to teach it. Being a science teacher is like a young scientist; you discover and impart knowledge about our natural world. For as long as you know how to teach Science there is nothing to be afraid. For sure you will find teaching Science a great experience in your life.
By: Mary Grace N. Bamba | Teacher II | Carbon Elementary School | Limay, Bataan
