We have been doing some serious science. Our PD this year has us looking at science through a new lens. Less of the learning facts and more about thinking like a scientist.
We have been calling that "Looking at science with a science disposition."
In the curriculum there are the stands
The Natural World
The Material World
The Physical World
Our Planet and Beyond
Overarching all the strands is The Nature of Science. This teaches us about how scientists think, act, gather data, critique, record, make representations and how scientists relate to issues within their science communities. Part of the Nature of Science are the capabilities.
Gathering and interpreting Data
Using evidence
Critiquing evidence
showing and interpreting representations
Engaging with science
I have always enjoyed learning and teaching science but putting the science aside I am noticing a major spin-off, the students ability to think critically.
Right over the whole school I see evidence that our students back up statements with evidence, they support their argument, they question validity, they seek clarification and they engage with scientific issues.
We are again enjoying learning and teaching science.
