by Matthew TAYLOR | Nov 14, 2018 | Grade 7 - 10 (MYP), Grade 8, Secondary Maths, Secondary Science
This week Grade 8 students were investigating Hooke’s constant; which relates force to extension. They will be representing their findings graphically and then in algebraic form. This will introduce proportionality and also allow them to make math connections...
by Matthew TAYLOR | Nov 8, 2018 | Grade 7 - 10 (MYP), Grade 8, Secondary Science
This week Grade 8 scientists were investigating the effect that a fulcrum or pivot has on forces. The experiment has helped them to make their own connections and supported their understanding. They have also been further developing the following ATL skills Make...
by Matthew TAYLOR | Oct 14, 2018 | Grade 7 - 10 (MYP), Grade 8, Secondary Maths
This week Grade 8 mathematicians were beginning to revise towards their first test, this Semester. They have also been considering, whilst doing this, about ATL skills. How to practice focus and concentration. It can be difficult to sit down for 30 to 40 minutes....
by Matthew TAYLOR | Oct 11, 2018 | Grade 12, Secondary Maths
This week the Grade 11 students were thinking about how questions could be represented. This was developing their ability to interpret involved questions and also getting them to apply their knowledge and understanding in different. This also highlights that the...
by Matthew TAYLOR | Oct 11, 2018 | Grade 7 - 10 (MYP), Grade 8, Secondary Science
This week grade 8 scientists began organizing an assessment. It will be assessed by criteria A & D an will apply their understanding of work, power and energy. They will also reflect on the impacts that these can have on the local and global environments. They are...
