Science
The purpose of the Stage 4 Science course is for students to:-
- acquire scientific knowledge and skills
- develop understandings about phenomena within and beyond their experience
- develop an appreciation of science as a human activity
- apply their understandings to everyday life
- develop safe investigative practices
- communicate effectively in a variety of ways
- develop positive values about themselves, others, life long learning, science and the environment.
Content
Year 7
- Science in the Home
- The Blue Planet : Third Rock from the Sun
- Outdoor Recreation
- Life : Surviving different Environments
Year 8
- Me the Scientist
- Everyday Electricity
- Changes
- Am I Healthy?
- Keep an Eye Out Just in Case!
- In my backyard
Assessment
- Inquiry-based research assignments and projects
- Fieldwork activities
- Written examinations
- Practical examinations
- Presentations
- Peer and/or self assessment
Text
- Science Focus 1 (Year 7)
- Science Focus 2 (Year 8)