develop conceptual understanding that allows connections to be made between different areas of the subject, and to other DP sciences subjects
acquire and apply a body of knowledge, methods, tools and techniques that characterize science
develop the ability to analyse, evaluate and synthesize scientific information and claims
develop the ability to approach unfamiliar situations with creativity and resilience
design and model solutions to local and global problems in a scientific context
develop an appreciation of the possibilities and limitations of science
develop technology skills in a scientific context
develop the ability to communicate and collaborate effectively
develop awareness of the ethical, environmental, economic, cultural and social impact of science.
We use the Hodder IB Physics textbook
We have Kognity for background reading and support
We use the OSC review materials accessed through Managebac
Nice subject summaries have a look at Evan Toh's site
John Gribbin "Almost Everyone's Guide to Science: The Universe, Life and Everything"
John Gribbin "In Search of Schrödingers Cat"
Frank Close "Antimatter"