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Ch 1 & Ch 11
Working Scientifically & Science Skills
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What's happening in the world of science this term?
Topics-
Introduction to Science, Being a Scientist – scientific method; observations, inferences, hypothesis; Working safely – safety video and safety audit; Drawing scientific equipment (see also Ch 11 p. 313); Creating a scientific report (See also Ch. 11 p. 314); Fair tests – variables, designing an investigation (See also Ch. 11 p. 311-312, 318); Bunsen burner; Qualitative and quantitative observations. Microscopes; Measuring (See also Ch. 11 p. 315-317); mass and weight; SI units, length, volume, mass, temperature, parallax error, meniscus.Tables and graphs (See also Ch. 11 p. 317-318).
Resources
- Science Skills Booklets 1 & 2
- ‘Science 8 – A Contextual Approach’ Heinemann - Test book + CD
Activities/Experiments
- Expt. 1 - Observing a burning candle (optional to gain someobservation skills.)
- Act. 1 - Drawing Equipment - Scientific drawing
- Act. 2 - Recognising some science equipment.
- Expt. 2 - Factors affecting pendulums.
- Act. 3 - Using a Bunsen Burner
- Expt. 3 - Boiling point of water
- Act. 4 - Getting to know your microscope
- Expt. 4 - Using a microscope
- Expt. 5 - Measurement Stations
- Expt. 6 - Measuring Density (if time permits0.
Dimesions of Learning
Dimension 5 – Be clear and seek clarity; Plan appropriately.
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