MYP Course Outline - Life Science 7

Level: 7
Course Title:  Life Science 7
Course Description:
The major purpose of this course is to provide all students with science concepts and ideas that build upon the student’s K-6 experience.  This course is planned to help students gain the knowledge and skills necessary for leading a successful and productive life in a technological society and to give them the foundation for secondary level science studies that will enable them to become scientifically literate citizens.  The middle school teacher should teach an inquiry-based program, guide and facilitate learning and establish connections between various disciplines of biology, chemistry, earth science, physics and health with a focus on life science.  Middle school teachers should also carry out ongoing assessments of teaching and student learning and maintain a sound learning environment.
MYP Aims Addressed by this Course:
The aims of the teaching and study of sciences are to encourage and enable students to:

• develop inquiring minds and curiosity about science and the natural world
• acquire knowledge, conceptual understanding and skills to solve problems and make informed decisions in scientific and other contexts
• develop skills of scientific inquiry to design and carry out scientific investigations and evaluate scientific evidence to draw conclusions
• communicate scientific ideas, arguments and practical experiences accurately in a variety of ways
• think analytically, critically and creatively to solve problems, judge arguments and make decisions in scientific and other contexts
• appreciate the benefits and limitations of science and its application in technological developments
• understand the international nature of science and the interdependence of science, technology and society, including the benefits, limitations and implications imposed by social, economic, political, environmental, cultural and ethical factors
• demonstrate attitudes and develop values of honesty and respect for themselves, others, and their shared environment.

FM=Formative Assessment
SM=Summative Assessment