Students improve their understanding of energy by experiencing many kinds of energy transfer. The following explanations are meant to introduce the strands. To assist teachers, strategy books are available through the Department of Public Instruction's Publication Section. Nature of Science - The Nature of Science strand helps students understand the human dimensions of science, the nature of scientific thought, and the role of science in society. Science investigations provide the background for developing and appreciating the nature of science.
Science relies on human qualities, such as reasoning, insight, energy, skill and creativity.
Doing science involves many different kinds of work and engages men and women of all ages and backgrounds. Science as Inquiry - Students must actively participate in science investigations , and use the cognitive and manipulative skills associated with the formation of scientific explanations. They examine the validity of an explanation based on evidence. Through experiments and investigations students conduct, shape, and modify their background knowledge. Students will explore ecosystems in their local environment focusing on the interactions between living and nonliving things.