How Things Work
Concept:
how things work
Definition:
This concept is about how things function and why products work the way they do. Students will become more aware of how science can help us explain the way the world works and the impact of science and technology on our lives.
It is learning about innovation, developing products, systems and making a difference.
It is about developing understandings about how societies are organised and function and how the ways in which people and communities respond are shaped by different perspectives, values, and viewpoints.
Curriculum LInks:
- The Nature of Science: Physical World
Material World
- Technology: Technological Practice
Technological Knowledge
Nature of Technology
- Social Sciences: Society
Possible Context
Possible Questions
Making Connections
Systems (laws and principles)
inventions
Government
Cycles
Human Body
Organs
Economics
Engines
Transport
Social Systems production
Consumption, goods and services
Politics
Advertising
Computers
Robotics
Finance
What are alternative forms of energy and how will they change our lives?
How can we support NZ made?
Where does food go?
Local: Rocket lab, local mechanics/business, Politics-elections, council, BOT, Solar Power, Hunua Dams
National: NZ Government
Global: Poltics - how elections work, World-wide communication, World trading, Inventions from around the globe