Scenario of Science Teaching in the Philippines PEDAGOGY IN TEACHING SCIENCE IN THE PRIMARY

According to the human capital theory, the economic development of a GRADES

nation is a function of the quality of its education. In other words: the more Science Inquiry and the Nature of Science
and better educated a people, the greater the chances of economic
development. People often hear that "children are natural scientists". They are full of
curiosity that pushes them to explore the world and develop their
The modern world in which we live is often termed a "knowledge society"; conclusions and theories from their experiences. Nevertheless, they were
education and information have become production factors potentially not born with innate scientific skills. Parents and teachers have to nurture
more valuable than labor and capital. Thus, in a globalized setting, their natural curiosity and allow them to practice Science to engage in rich
investment in human capital has become a condition for international scientific inquiry. In people's work, they used a simple inquiry learning cycle
competitiveness. (Worth & Grollman, 2003, p. 19) to provide a guiding structure for teachers
Brain drain. Apart from the much debated political, social and psychological as they facilitate children's investigations.
aspects, this ongoing mass emigration constitutes an unparalleled brain The cycle begins when children explore the selected phenomenon and
drain with serious economic implications. materials with an extended engagement period. They experience what it is
Arguably, the phenomenon also has an educational dimension, as the all about and what they can do, wondering about the.
Philippine society is footing the bill for the education of millions of people, Raising questions and sharing ideas.
who then spend the better part of their productive years abroad. In effect,
the poor Philippine educational system is indirectly subsidizing the affluent After this, they were followed by a more guided stage in accommodating
economies hosting the OFWs. more identified questions for further investigations. Some of which may be
children's questions, others may come from teachers. However, this
Social divide. Still, the distinct social cleavage regarding educational procedure is leading to more focused and deeper explorations involving”
opportunities remains problematic for more than one reason. Historically, in prediction, planning, collecting and recording data; organizing experiences,
most modern societies, education has had an equalizing effect. and looking for patterns and relationships that can be shared and will allow
In Germany, for instance, the educational system has helped overcome the new questions to surface.
gender gap, and later also the social divide. Today, the major challenge Science inquiry provides the opportunity for children to develop a range of
confronting the educational system in the country is the integration of skills, either explicitly or implicitly. The following is one such list:
millions of mostly non-European, in most cases Muslim, immigrants.
Importantly, this leveling out in the context of schooling has not occurred in Investigate and explore objects and events
this part of the world. Ask questions

Establish attentive observation

Describe, compare, sort, classify, and order materials

Record observations using words, pictures, charts, and graphs

Utilized different simple tools for further observations

Determine patterns and relationship

Construct temporary explanations and ideas Science can bring future careers to children. Whatever they

Conduct collaborative work had learned when they were young is essential and impactful

Share and discuss ideas and listen to a new perspective in igniting their interest in Science, technology, engineering,

and mathematics (STEM). These concentrations and

What are the goals of teaching science? cognitive stock in Science are vital to their success in later

Science and curiosity always go together. Wondering why life.

things happen that way ignites children's interest to get Science develops learners' competence in seeking

engaged in the exploration and coming up with solutions and knowledge and information in the use of science processes.

discoveries. Science enables the acquisition of scientific skills and

Without curiosity, it is hard to motivate children to involve sustains interest in future science-based pursuits.

in activities dealing with investigations and inquiries. These Pedagogy in Teaching Biology and Chemistry
are the beginning of meeting people's needs, especially in

coming up with medicines, developing technologies, and

uncovering the world from its true nature. Thus, it is

essential for children to learn more about Science that often

holds the clues they need to better understand.

Science enables children to cultivate critical life skills. This includes

enhancing their communication skills, being focused and organized, and
creating substantial opinions based on their observations. Meaning children
progress in their awareness of their surroundings.

Science provides many natural opportunities for children.

Children's intellectual development can be supported by interacting with

the environment. Through this, children can become hands-on

learners.