Experimental Science Year 10
10ESC Course DescriptionTeacher in Charge: Mrs K. Jom.
Recommended Prior LearningStudents are encouraged to have achieved most standards in Year 9 Science.
This course aims to help students to appreciate how science works and how scientists build knowledge about the natural world. Students will be equipped with critical thinking skills necessary to assess scientific claims and make informed decisions on scientific issues. Students are encouraged to be curious, creative, and collaborative in order to be successful in this course.
This course is mainly practical-based and students will be expected to complete practical investigations and abide by health and safety measures in the lab.
Course Overview
Semester A
The main concepts we will aim to cover are:
- Fair testing,
- Scientific Modelling,
- Evaluating Socio-scientific Issues.
Assessment Information
All assessment will be done in class.