by Theophilus WUSU-GOWU | Sep 14, 2023 | Grade 10, Grade 7 - 10 (MYP), Secondary Science, The Grades
Science in grade 10 is getting more interesting as students explored various types of cells using the microscope. It is satisfying to see how quickly students learn and how confident they are at handling sophisticated laboratory equipment like the microscope they are...
by Duncan MAKORI | Sep 14, 2023 | Grade 11 & 12 (DP), Grade 12, Secondary Science
Organic chemistry is the study of carbon-based compounds and forms the backbone of life itself. It is a subject that can be both fascinating and challenging for students due to the complexity of organic molecules and their versatility of reactions. Organic...
by Theophilus WUSU-GOWU | Sep 7, 2023 | Grade 7, Grade 7 - 10 (MYP), Secondary Science, The Grades
For the past 3 weeks, we have been looking at the steps involved in scientific research, and for our current grade 7s, the unit will not make much sense to them without them being able to relate to what they study. In order to reinforce inquiry in science, the...
by Duncan MAKORI | Sep 6, 2023 | Grade 6, Grade 7, Grade 7 - 10 (MYP), Grade 8, Grade 9, Secondary Science
In line with the ABIS Mission which is to ‘challenge and inspire all students to reach their full potential by providing an innovative and inquiry based education that supports well being and lifelong learning’, the grade 9 scientists have benefited a lot from...
by Duncan MAKORI | Sep 6, 2023 | Grade 11, Grade 11 & 12 (DP), Secondary Science
The grade 11 chemistry students have finished their orientation to DP Chemistry. As part of the Pre-IB Chemistry requirements at ABIS, the students sat for a baseline test. they have also been involved in a series of laboratory investigations that have equipped them...
by Duncan MAKORI | Sep 6, 2023 | Grade 11 & 12 (DP), Grade 12, Secondary Science
Practical work is an important component of IB Chemistry. Approximately 25% of our teaching time is devoted to the practical scheme of work. This is an equivalent of 40 hours including 10 hours devoted to the Individual scientific investigation which makes up 20% of...
