Rationale

Science is a co-operative human activity within a social and human context.  The study of science combines the richness of heritage and culture with the challenge of discovery and exploration.

Purpose

• To provide students with scientific skills and conceptual knowledge
• To acquire and use the skills of scientific analysis and investigation
• To appreciate the dynamic role of science in social and technological change
• To communicate scientific understanding using appropriate language

Guidelines

• Where possible science should be integrated with curriculum units of work
• Science should be major Key Learning Area in at least one integrated theme per department per year
• Science should be the minor Key Learning Area in other themes
• The presentation of Science in the curriculum should be monitored and evaluated by the Curriculum Coordinator
• There should be an emphasis on the use of materials, experimentation and problem solving

Implementation

• Science will be taught, where appropriate, through an integrated curriculum approach
• Science will be the major Key Learning Area in at least one integrated theme per department per year
• Science will be the minor Key Learning Area in other integrated themes
• The presentation of Science in the curriculum will be monitored and evaluated by the Curriculum Coordinator
• Abilities will be developed within all strands of the Curriculum and Standards Framework