Science

The aim of the FC Science course is to provide students with a learning experience that is centered around active learning that teaches science through inquiry and nurtures curiosity while at the same time producing learners who are ready to take on the challenges of the IB program.

Classes are taught in three separate strands by specialist teachers. This helps expose students to the methods and content expertise of an IB specialist teacher while preparing them for the decision of which Group 4 Science subject to elect for their diploma. The content covered across the three sciences is below.

Biology

Characteristics of living organisms Biomolecules & enzymes Gas exchange & respiration Transport Coordination & response Inheritance Atomic Structure Bonding & periodicity Quantitative Organic chemistry Energetics & rates of reactions Acids and bases Oxidation/Reduction reactions Waves Sound Mechanics Thermal physics Electricity Magnetism Motors and generators

In addition, a unifying project is also carried out at the conclusion of the year aimed at developing student’s ability to identify questions and concepts that underpin scientific investigations as well as designing and conducting experiments. Students will enhance their investigative skills through the use of technology and mathematics. In addition students are expected to be able to formulate and revise scientific explanations using logic and evidence. Students will also have the opportunity to create alternative explanations or models based upon their evaluations. Finally students should be able to communicate and defend a scientific argument. A variety a methods will be used to communicate the material and skills required which may include:

 Flipped classrooms (Independent study which is followed up by consolidative work to reinforce understanding)  Case studies (Real life practical application of concepts taught in class)  Practical work  Group Tasks  Student led activities (presentations, modelling and discussion)

Chemistry Physics

Assessment of students’ knowledge and progress will be via:  Past exam papers  Presentations  Formative assessment (Online interactive methods of formative assessment such as Teamie

Quizzes, Quizlet)  Self and peer assessment  Coursework (Practical write-ups)

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