Science and Technology is a strength
Science and Technology is a big focus of school life at Brookvale. All students have an 80 minute science lesson each week with a dedicated, specialist science teacher. Lessons focus on ensuring students have hands on experiences in science as they learn to follow the scientific process and make discoveries about the world they live in.
The school will begin to use the Department of Education's new Science and Technology syllabus this year, adding a further dimension to the school's strong commitment to high quality teaching and learning in science.
Students also utilise technology to support learning where appropriate and purposeful in the classroom. The school has a fleet of student laptops and iPads which are used to support the technology outcomes from the Science and Technology syllabus as well as learning across the curriculum.
Science and Technology Curriculum
The aim of the Science and Technology K–6 Syllabus is for students to develop:
- scientific and technological knowledge, skills, practices and dispositions
- an understanding of natural phenomena and ways in which science and technologies can be used for the benefit of humanity and the planet
- an understanding, through application, of the processes that can be used to create solutions or products that benefit society
- an interest to further their knowledge in science, technology and engineering
- the ability to participate in society as scientifically and technologically literate, engaged citizens.
The study of Science and Technology in K–6 fosters a student’s sense of wonder about the world around them and knowledge of how it works. Scientific and technological knowledge is revised, refined and advanced as new evidence arises. Learning about science and technology provides a framework for students to know, understand and make sense of the world. This study encourages students to embrace new concepts and learn to observe, develop testable questions, and test and evaluate ideas to refine their understanding.
Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Peoples have used scientific and technological methods to understand and make connections with and between People and their land, sea and sky for tens of thousands of years. Linking traditional and contemporary knowledge enables students to make meaningful connections with everyday lives and develop cultural competence.
Understanding the abundant and increasingly accessible information in the world is foundational to becoming informed and active citizens. In responding to dynamic environments, students are required to understand and evaluate ever-increasing amounts of information gathered from varied sources. Students are provided with opportunities to develop technological literacy skills through the use of digital technologies and the design and production of creative solutions.
The syllabus intends to build on students’ natural curiosity and inventiveness, providing opportunities to explore the natural and designed world, test ideas, and make decisions based on data and evidence.
The NSW Science and Technology syllabus can be found here
