Science

Junior Cert Science

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The new Junior Cycle science course will be introduced in September 2016. New features of this course include learning outcomes across 5 main areas:

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• Nature of Science

• Physical world

• Chemical world

• Biological world

• Earth and space.

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There is a new focus given to the Nature of science which aims to promote greater engagement and thinking about how science works; carrying out investigations, communicating in science, and the role and contribution of science and scientists to society. There are also new assessments which offer students a chance to demonstrate their achievement as creators of scientific research reports.

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All students will be encouraged to participate in science competitions such as the ‘BT Young Scientist and Technology Exhibition’ and ‘Scifest’ to enhance their understanding of the Nature of Science.

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