MYP Course Objectives The middle school IB Science program is divided into 6 categories:

A: One World
The student should, within local and global contexts, be able to:

• Describe ways in which science is applied and used
• Evaluate the benefits and drawbacks of the application of science
• Discuss the ethical and moral issues arising from the application of science
• Discuss how the study and practice of science is subject to cultural influences
• Understand how the various science disciplines interrelate and how science in general relates to other disciplines
• Treat science as a cooperative activity.

B: Communication
The student should be able to communicate ideas, observations, arguments and practical experiences:

• Using an appropriate vocabulary and language
• Using graphs, charts, diagrams and tables
• Using an appropriate report format
• Using, where appropriate, software such as word processors, spreadsheets, and databases.

C: Scientific Knowledge & Concepts
The student should be able to demonstrate knowledge with the understanding of

• The nature and methodology of science
• Scientific facts, definitions, laws, theories, models and concepts
• Appropriate vocabulary and terminology, including the use of symbolic language
• How laws, theories, models and concepts have changed over time
• The SI (System international) units of measurement

D: Scientific Enquiry
The student should be able to demonstrate an understanding of scientific enquiry be being able to:

• State a problem in the form of a question that can be answered by experiment
• Form a hypothesis
• Test a hypothesis under conditions in which variables are controlled
• Plan an appropriate experiment
• Draw conclusions consistent with the evidence, commenting on errors as appropriate
• Assess the validity of the conclusion based on the amount of evidence
• Evaluate the overall design and procedures followed in an experiment

E: Processing Data
The student should be able to:

• Organize, present and evaluate data in a variety of forms
• Transform data presented in one form to another form including mathematical calculations, graphs and charts
• Identify trends and patterns in data
• Make predictions based on data
• Draw conclusions based on data
• Use knowledge and understanding to explain the conclusions

F: Performance in Experiments
The student should be able to:

• Follow instructions, both written and oral
• Select and safely manipulate apparatus, materials and techniques appropriate to the experimental task
• Carry out experiments safely; make and record observations, estimates and measurements
• Use appropriate tools and techniques to collect data
• Work cooperatively