#students #collaboratively #groups #explore #experiments #station #lesson… | Sabina Mammadova🔬 Subject: Science (Modified Cambridge Curriculum)
🏫 Class: Grade 7
📚 Topic: Magnetic Fields
👩🔬 Experiments: 4 in one 😃
1. Plotting magnetic field lines around a bar magnet and identifying null points
2. Magnetic Fields – Observing Magnetic Force
3. Magnet Interactions – Exploring Magnetic Poles
4. Magnetic Field Experiment with Staples
💭 Work Style: Group Work
Grade 7 #students worked #collaboratively in four #groups to #explore the fascinating world of magnets 🧲 through hands-on #experiments. I shared demonstration videos for each of the four experiments and gave students the freedom to choose which one they wanted to begin with. Each group was provided with a full set of materials to complete all four experiments. After finishing one, they rotated to the next #station.
One of the highlights of the #lesson was a #creative moment when students used iron filings and bar #magnets to design a “magnetic smiley face.” 😃 Initially used to trace #magnetic field lines, the filings became a medium for student expression—showcasing both their understanding and #creativity.
Students also mapped magnetic field lines using a #compass and bar magnets. In another station, they observed magnetic #attraction and #repulsion using a setup of a stand, rope, and magnets. A different group explored magnetic force using metal staples.
I intentionally offered multiple experiment options within the same #class period because each activity was concise yet meaningful. While it wasn’t necessary to complete all experiments in one session, students frequently visited other #stations to observe their peers in action, sparking #curiosity and collaboration.
Managing multiple group experiments simultaneously can be challenging for the teacher to manage, but seeing students engaged, learning, and enjoying the process makes it entirely worthwhile 👩🏫
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#magnet #students #creativity #collaboration #thinking #grade7science… | Sabina Mammadova🔬 Subject: Science (Modified Cambridge Curriculum)
🏫 Class: Grade 7
📚 Topic: Magnetic Fields
👩🔬 Experiment: Exploring magnetic fields through attraction and repulsion, measuring magnetic distances, counting paper clips attracted by a magnet, and investigating magnet poles.
💭 Work Style: Individual, Pair, and Group Activities
Grade 7 students had an exciting hands-on experience exploring the fascinating properties of magnets 🧲. They measured the distance at which magnetic forces act, tested how many paper clips each #magnet could attract, and conducted various experiments with the poles of magnets to understand attraction and repulsion better.
Through individual, pair, and group work, #students engaged in inquiry-based learning, fostering #creativity, #collaboration, and scientific #thinking!
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Grade 7 students debate CRISPR ethics in science class | Sabina Mammadova posted on the topic | LinkedIn🔬 Subject: Science (Modified Cambridge Curriculum)
🏫 Class: Grade 7
📚 Topic: Fertilisation and Fetal Development
👩🔬 Activity: Debate – Is it ethical to genetically modify embryos to prevent diseases? (Application of CRISPR Technology)
💭 Work Style: Group Work
In our recent #science class, we explored the ethical implications of #CRISPR technology through a structured debate activity. #Students were randomly assigned to affirmative, negative, and judge teams 🔍📝Over one lesson, each group prepared #arguments, #statements, and #facts related to the question: "Is it ethical to genetically modify embryos to prevent diseases?" (Application of CRISPR Technology) 🧬
The judge team conducted #research on both perspectives, identified possible arguments, and used a #rubric I provided to fairly assess the #debate. They also assigned a #timekeeper within their team ⏳
In the following #lesson, one representative from each side debated their points. This time, rather than simply presenting their arguments individually, students engaged in a real-time #discussion, challenging each other’s points using their prepared facts and reasoning 🎙️
This approach is powerful teaching method in terms of enhancing students’ skills in scientific #argumentation, research, critical #thinking, public speaking, active #listening, and self-confidence. Most importantly, it allowed them to #explore cutting-edge science like CRISPR from multiple perspectives—scientific, ethical, and societal 🔬👩🔬
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Grade 7 students plan and conduct solubility investigations in groups | Sabina Mammadova posted on the topic | LinkedIn🔬 Subject: Science (Modified Cambridge Curriculum)
🏫 Class: Grade 7
📚 Topic: Planning a Solubility Investigation
👩🔬 Experiment: Planning and Conducting Experiments, Documenting in Lab Reports
🤝 Work Style: Group Work
The topic was #Planning a Solubility #Investigation. While we were discussing independent, dependent, and controlled #variables and formulating #research questions, I decided to expand the scope of the activity 👩🔬🥽
Group leaders and members were identified, and each team chose the #experiment they wanted to conduct. I shared a #lab report template with them, which included: Title, Research Question, Hypothesis, Introduction/Background, Variables, Materials, #Methodology, #Data Collection, Data Processing/Analysis, #Discussion/#Evaluation, Conclusion, References, and Appendices.
The experiments #students designed included:
• Measuring #pulse before and after specific exercises
• Measuring the time it takes for #plastic bags with different surface areas to fall from two different heights
• Measuring the #temperature change in the reaction between vinegar and baking soda
• #Comparing the absorbency of tissue, regular paper, and cardboard
• #Measuring how different amounts of Mentos affect the reaction with Coke, and determining how much Coke remains in the bottle
• And several others
I loved how #independently they evaluated their own processes, found solutions to problems during #experimentation, and repeated trials to improve data accuracy. Naturally, mistakes happened—but that is part of authentic #scientific learning. I cannot imagine a #learning process without mistakes 👩🏫
My role was to guide them, intervene only when necessary, provide a safe environment, and give them the space to #explore. The entire process—from planning, to #conducting the experiments, to completing the lab #report—took four days 🔭🔬
I believe this #experience also serves as excellent preparation for Internal Assessments (#IA) and the Extended Essay (#EE) in the #IB Diploma Programme. Of course, it was also challenging for me as a #teacher, since each #group was working on a different experiment. But seeing how much they enjoyed experimenting made me enjoy it as well 😊
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#chromatography #students #experimenting #solubility #investigation #curiosity #grade7 #science #experiment #cambridgecurriculum #biologyteacher #scienceteacher #education #educator… | Sabina Mammadova🔬 Subject: Science (Modified Cambridge Curriculum)
🏫 Class: Grade 7
📚 Topic: Paper Chromatography
👩🔬 Experiment: Investigating pigments in spinach, mint, and flowers
🤝 Work Style: Group Work
Grade 7 students conducted another paper #chromatography experiment using ethanol as a solvent. They successfully observed pigments such as chlorophyll a, chlorophyll b, xanthophyll, and carotene in spinach leaves 🍃🌱
To extend the activity, I asked #students to collect other leaves from the school garden. They chose mint, which they used for further testing. Later, students themselves suggested #experimenting with flower petals to explore the #solubility of different pigments—and they carried out this #investigation with great enthusiasm 👩🔬
I truly enjoyed seeing students propose their own ideas, as it reflected both their #curiosity and growing scientific inquiry skills. They not only analyzed the results but also reflected on what worked well, possible sources of error, solubility levels, and the presence of different pigments in leaves and petals 🌸🌺
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Grade 7 students measure and calculate running speed in a hands-on experiment. | Sabina Mammadova posted on the topic | LinkedIn🔬 Subject: Science (Modified Cambridge Curriculum)
🏫 Class: Grade 7
📚 Topic: Describing Movement
👩🔬 Experiment: Measuring and Calculating Running Speed
📊 Skills Practiced: Data Recording, Table & Graph Drawing, Variable Identification, Error Analysis
🤝 Work Style: Individual
Grade 7 #students explored the #concept of motion and speed through a hands-on #experiment. They ran three different distances — 10, 15, and 20 metres — while two classmates recorded their times using a stopwatch ⏱️
In the following lesson, students:
🟡 Created a #data table showing distances, times, and calculated speeds (with separate #calculation steps).
🟡 Drew #graphs to represent their results using the Graph Grid.
🟡 Identified #variables — independent, dependent, and controlled — involved in the experiment.
🟡 Detected five potential sources of #error that could affect #accuracy.
This activity also serves as an #interdisciplinary experiment connecting #Science and Physical Education. I truly enjoy seeing students #learn through such engaging, practical experiences — where they not only have fun but also develop essential #skills in #data collection, #analysis, and #scientific inquiry 👩💻📊
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Grade 7 students analyze aquatic ecosystems with Algal Blooms simulation | Sabina Mammadova posted on the topic | LinkedIn🔬 Subject: Science (Modified Cambridge Curriculum)
🏫 Class: Grade 7
📚 Topic: Different Ecosystems
👩🔬 Activity: Modifying and analyzing data in the simulation “Algal Blooms and Trophic Dynamics in Aquatic Ecosystems” and sharing results on Padlet
🤝 Work Style: Individual Work
Grade 7 students participated in a #simulation-based activity as part of the Different Ecosystems topic 🌊 Using the simulation “#Algal Blooms and Trophic Dynamics in Aquatic #Ecosystems,” they explored how different factors influence #aquatic ecosystems 🐠 #Students modified various #variables such as the birth rates of zooplankton, fish, and diatoms, as well as dissolved nitrates, dissolved phosphates, and mean temperature.
They also adjusted the initial amounts of diatoms, fish, and zooplankton to observe changes over time. The simulation generated #data #graphs that allowed students to #compare and #analyze #correlations between these variables 📊 Finally, students shared their findings, screenshot of the graph and their interpretations on Padlet 👩🏫
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Grade 7 students analyze DDT graphs, create presentations on bioaccumulation | Sabina Mammadova posted on the topic | LinkedIn🔬 Subject: Science (Modified Cambridge Curriculum)
🏫 Class: Grade 7
📚 Topic: Bioaccumulation
👩🔬 Activity: Analyzing graphs and preparing presentations on bioaccumulation, biomagnification, and the use of DDT
🤝 Work Style: Group Work
For this activity, #students were given several #graphs showing #DDT usage in different countries and the impact of key events on these #trends. In #groups, they analyzed how much DDT was used from the 1940s onward, identified significant actions taken over time, and interpreted reasons for sharp increases or decreases in specific years📉
Students also conducted #research on bioaccumulation and #biomagnification, integrating their findings into their #presentations 📈
I enjoy designing #data-analysis tasks because they require students to #interpret graphs, identify #patterns, #compare trends, and #reason scientifically. I believe activities like this strongly enhance students’ 21st-century skills, especially #critical thinking, #collaboration, and #data literacy 📊
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#infographics #analysis #data #countries #trends #websites #research #students #climate #temperature #grade7 #science #cambridgecurriculum #biologyteacher #scienceteacher #education #educator… | Sabina Mammadova🔬 Subject: Science (Modified Cambridge Curriculum)
🏫 Class: Grade 7
📚 Topic: Weather and Climate
👩🔬 Activity: Analysing Graphs and Data & Creating Infographics in Canva, Piktochart, or Prezi
🤝 Work Style: Group / Pair Work
Grade 7 students worked in pairs and groups to create #infographics based on the #analysis of provided data sets—Annual Temperature Anomalies and Winter Temperature Anomalies 📊 The #data included information from various #countries, and students were asked to select one country to focus on, analyse the temperature #trends, and present their findings in an infographic using one of the suggested platforms.
Some students explored additional #websites and platforms for further #research, which was encouraged as long as their sources were reliable.
The task required #students to analyse the data from the given links by identifying the country, its #climate zones, and the #temperature changes for a specific year. Their infographic needed to include information such as:
• Country:
• Climate Zones:
• What the Data Shows:
• Observed Change (for a specific year):
• Interpretation:
🟡 Tools: Canva , Piktochart , Prezi
🔗 Link for the Data 1: https://lnkd.in/ggNwZRnd
🔗 Link for the Data 2: https://lnkd.in/gz66BTzr
You can see some of their work below.
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#collaboratively #groups #students #choice #digital #cambridge #observation #measurement #light #speed #refraction #grade7 #science #cambridgecurriculum #scienceteacher #biologyteacher… | Sabina Mammadova🔬 Subject: Science (Modified Cambridge Curriculum)
🏫 Class: Grade 7
📚 Topic: Refraction of Light
👩🔬 Experiment: Measuring the angle of incidence and the angle of refraction using a glass block
🤝 Work Style: Group Work
Grade 7 students investigated the refraction of light as it travelled between two different media - air and glass. The lesson focused on understanding how light changes direction due to a change in speed when it passes from one medium to another 🔦
Students worked #collaboratively in groups. To form #groups, I use a variety of strategies depending on the lesson goals and students’ preferences. In this lesson, students were invited to volunteer as group leaders 😊 Once the leaders were identified, they selected their group members. Any remaining #students were given the #choice to join a preferred group, and if needed, I supported them in joining a group. At other times, I use a random #digital group picker tool to ensure variety and inclusivity. This flexible approach promotes student voice, choice, and responsibility 👩🎓🎤
For the practical investigation (adapted from the #Cambridge Science textbook), students independently set up the apparatus using:
• Light ray box
• Glass block
• Protractor
• Ruler
• A4 paper
• Pencil
Students traced the incident ray, refracted ray, and the normal at the point of incidence. Using a protractor, they accurately measured the angle of incidence and the angle of refraction, recording and comparing their results ✍️
Through #observation and #measurement, students concluded that when #light travels from air into glass, it slows down and bends towards the normal 💡This change in #speed causes the #refraction of light, reinforcing the key scientific concept behind the phenomenon.
This hands-on investigation supported inquiry-based learning, encouraged collaboration, and strengthened students’ experimental and analytical skills 👩🔬🥼
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#students #reading #collaboration #communication #thinking #creativity #social #teamwork #assign #articles #reading #scientific #classrooms #grade7 #science #cambridgecurriculum #scienceteacher… | Sabina Mammadova🔬 Subject: Science (Modified Cambridge Curriculum)
🏫 Class: Grade 7
📚 Topic: Atmosphere and Climate
👩🔬 Activity: Reading five Newsela articles, summarising key ideas, and creating a Mind Map poster
🤝 Work Style: Group Work
Grade 7 #students worked collaboratively in groups to read five articles on the Newsela platform. After #reading, they discussed the content, summarised the key ideas, and represented their understanding by creating a Mind Map poster 📚
This activity helped develop a range of essential skills, including #collaboration, #communication, critical #thinking, analytical thinking, scientific literacy, problem-solving, #creativity, and decision-making, while also strengthening students’ #social and #teamwork skills 🤓
I chose the Newsela platform because it allows me to create a classroom and #assign selected #articles directly to students. I can track how much of each article students have read 📖 The platform requires students to read paragraph by paragraph, respond to questions, and only then move forward, otherwise, the remaining text stays blurred. This makes #reading highly interactive and engaging.
Students also identified the difficulty level of each article, focusing on #scientific vocabulary and language use. By answering questions, they earned tokens 🏆🏅, which served as a motivating reward system. After completing the readings, students discussed their learning and organised the information visually in a Mind Map poster 👩🏫
I will share a separate post soon about Newsela and how educators can effectively use it in their #classrooms.
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#climate #ph #experiment #groups #students #measure #data #scientific #observation #collaboration #thinking #ecosystems #grade7 #science #cambridgecurriculum #scienceteacher #biologyteacher… | Sabina Mammadova🔬 Subject: Science (Modified Cambridge Curriculum)
🏫 Class: Grade 7
📚 Topic: Atmosphere and Climate
👩🔬 Experiment: Collecting soil samples from 3 different places in the schoolyard, measuring pH levels using different methods, and comparing the results
🤝 Work Style: Group work
#Climate change can impact soil #pH by altering rainfall patterns, temperature, and rates of weathering and decomposition. Changes in soil pH affect nutrient availability, microbial activity, and overall ecosystem health. This #experiment was designed to help students understand how climate change can influence ecosystems through changes in soil chemistry 🧪
In this experiment, Grade 7 students worked in #groups. After the experimental steps were clearly explained, #students carried out the following procedures:
1. Collected soil samples from three different locations around the school
2. Mixed each soil sample with water and labelled beakers and test tubes in advance
3. Filtered the soil - water mixture
4. Used pH paper to measure the pH level of the solution
5. Used red and blue litmus paper to measure the pH level of the solution
6. Added a few drops of universal indicator to #measure the pH level
7. Recorded all #data in a table drawn in their notebooks
8. Analysed the collected data
Students compared three different soil samples and experienced multiple methods of measuring pH. Through this experiment, students developed important #scientific skills such as data collection, #observation, analysis, #collaboration, and critical #thinking, while strengthening their understanding of the relationship between climate change and #ecosystems 🌺🦋
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