What is it and why should I do it?
VCE Science Primer is aimed to prepare you with the key skill and knowledge to succeed in all VCE science subjects (biology, chemistry, physics, environmental science and psychology). Students will have the opportunity to discover life altering concepts in science, such as, where life comes from, how the atoms themselves come together and the way in which fundamental forces control everything we do. This will be an inquiry based subject so students will have the opportunity to become scientists and discover these principles for themselves.
Through out the semester you will built up a logbook of self designed experiments, fostering the skills required to work as a professional scientist.
What will I do in class?
Students will develop and enhance a range of inquiry skills including practical experimentation, research and analytical skills, problem-solving skills including critical and creative thinking, and communication skills. Students pose questions, formulate hypotheses, conduct investigations, and analyse and critically interpret qualitative and quantitative data. They assess the limitations of data, evaluate methodologies and results, justify their conclusions, make recommendations and communicate their findings. Students use their scientific knowledge, skills and ethical understanding to investigate and analyse contemporary issues and communicate their views from an informed position.
For example:
- Can we extract DNA from a living thing?
- How explosive are the Group 1 elements?
- What is inertia?
How do I satisfactorily complete the unit?
Actively engaging in the practical activities and demonstrating a desire to work towards a VCE level.
Outcome 1:
Completing a log book that covers student-designed scientific investigations following the scientific format, including genres such as article for a scientific publication, a practical report, an oral presentation, a multimedia presentation or a visual representation.
Outcome 2:
Demonstrates skills in carrying out routine questions accurately and recalling concepts readily.
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