MABINI COLLEGE OF BATANGAS, INC.

“A Tradition of Excellence”
PRELIMINARY EXAMINATION
Teaching Science in Intermediate Grades
Name: _________________________________ Score: _____
Course & Year Level: _______________

A. Multiple Choice (NO ERASURES)

1. In this framework, there are three content areas covered: 1. Life Science, 2 Physical Science;
and 3 _________.
A. Earth and Life Science C. Earth Science
B. Space Science D. Earth and Space Science
2. In the basic components of the science teaching framework, all imply that science involves
action or doing. Which of the following is nor emphasized in learning of Science?
A. Memorize facts, concepts, principles and the theories
B. Developing and demonstrating scientific attitude and values
C. Understanding and applying Scientific Knowledge
D. Performing Scientific Inquiry skills
3. What happens to the difficulty of topics as the contents of science progress?
A. decreases B. Increases C. maintain D. Static
4. As future science teachers, what is the ultimate goal of science in the framework that each
learner should achieve?
A. 21st Century Literacy C. Science and Technology Literacy
B. Science Technology and Society D. Develop Innovators and Inventors
5. There is no single way of learning science hence there is no single method that would fit
every learner. Which theory does this belief support?
A. Learning Styles C. Social Cognition
B. Constructivism D. Hands on – Minds on

B. IDENTIFICATION
1. Give and explain at least 5 Facets of Science (3pts each)

C. ESSAY
1. What is Science Education? (5pts)
2. How do you motivate your students to become active learners in your science class? (5pts)
3. How will you modify your teaching to help students who are struggling with the science
subject? (5pts)

Prepared by:
Rica May M. De Castro, LPT
Professor