How The World Works
An inquiry into the natural world and its laws, the interaction between the natural world(physical and biological) and human societies; how humans use their understanding of scientific principles; the impact of scientific and technological advances on society and on the environment.
Central Idea
Matter can be changed.
An Inquiry into
1) The properties of matter
2) Physical and chemical changes of matter
3) The ways changes in matter affect our lives
4) The ways in which experimentation leads to discovery
Where We Are In Place And Time
An inquiry into orientation in place and time; previous histories; discovering progress and inventions of humankind; the relationships between and the interconnectedness of individuals and civilisations.
Central Idea:
Human progress has influenced life today.
An Inquiry into:
Aspects of progress.
The positive impact progress has had on society today.
The negative impact progress has had on society today.
How We Organize Ourselves
An inquiry into the interconnectedness of human-made systems and communities; the structure and function or organizations; societal decision making; economic activities and their impact on humankind and the world.
Central Idea
Communities can function because of the systems within them.
An Inquiry into:
The purpose of systems
The connection between systems
The impact these systems have on the community
How We Express OUrselves
An inquiry into the ways in which we discover and express ideas, feelings, nature, culture, beliefs and values; the ways in which we work on, extend and enjoy our creativity; our appreciation of the aesthetic.
Central Idea
Artists can use inspiration and creativity to express themselves.
A inquiry into:
- 1. The diverse ways in which people express themselves
- 2. Sources of inspiration for creativity
- 3. The role of art and culture in society
Sharing the Planet
An inquiry into rights and responsibilities in the struggle to share finite resources with other people and with other living things; communities and the relationships within and between them; access to equal opportunities; peace and conflict resolution.
Central Idea
People of the world have rights and responsibilities.
An inquiry into rights and responsibilities in the struggle to share finite resources with other people and with other living things; communities and the relationships within and between them; access to equal opportunities; peace and conflict resolution.
Central Idea
People of the world have rights and responsibilities.
- An inquiry into:
1. Needs and wants in school
2. What is considered fair
3. Our rights and responsibilities