Science Matters Year 9

Science Matters 9 is the first of a two book series for middle school science students which has been developed for science curricula around Australia. The two books have been designed to meet the needs of curricula Australia-wide, including the Victorian CSF Level 6 and the NSW Science Syllabus Level 5. Each volume is divided into four units covering: •Materials an exploration of the chemistry of materials and their behaviour in the natural and industrial world around us. •Physical world a study of physical systems on earth and in space. •Earth and space examining earth science and astronomy and conditions on earth and other planets. •Life and living the nature of life and living things and their role in our world While each book directly relates to the content and requirements of the various state and national curriculum, its real strength lies in its use of international case studies and illustrations which broaden students' experience of science and its applications - in this way the book is unique.

Science Matters Grade 9 is the third book in the Science Matters series. It enables educators to implement materials in their classroom, challenging learners' misconceptions in a learner-centred way. Learners develop skills already introduced and tackle new problems related to the world of scientific discovery. Features of the Learner's Book: Ž The materials are learner-centred and activity-based. Ž Ideas and skills are presented in a context to which learners can relate. Ž A skills list supports learners in their activities. Ž Each activity provides assessment opportunities. Ž The activities guide learners to produce a record of their work. Features of the Teacher's Guide: Ž Introduces Curriculum 2005. Ž Makes the terminology accessible. Ž Summarises how the course covers the Specific Outcomes. Ž Units are planned to cover outcomes in all Learning Areas. Ž Includes a range of teaching methods and resources. Ž Outlines all assessment opportunities for each activity.

Science Matters Grade 9 is the third book in the Science Matters series. It enables educators to implement materials in their classroom, challenging learners' misconceptions in a learner-centred way. Learners develop skills already introduced and tackle new problems related to the world of scientific discovery. Features of the Learner's Book: Ž The materials are learner-centred and activity-based. Ž Ideas and skills are presented in a context to which learners can relate. Ž A skills list supports learners in their activities. Ž Each activity provides assessment opportunities. Ž The activities guide learners to produce a record of their work. Features of the Teacher's Guide: Ž Introduces Curriculum 2005. Ž Makes the terminology accessible. Ž Summarises how the course covers the Specific Outcomes. Ž Units are planned to cover outcomes in all Learning Areas. Ž Includes a range of teaching methods and resources. Ž Outlines all assessment opportunities for each activity.

Natural Science Matters brings this Learning Area to life with plenty of practical activities that can be carried out in the learners' natural environment. The series is structured to ensure progression as set out in the Revised National Curriculum Statement. The Learner's Book contains * a section at the beginning of each module reviewing learners' prior knowledge * Learning Outcomes introduced in an integrated way, both within the Natural Sciences Learning Area and across other Learning Areas * well-structured activities * bold 'Skill' boxes that tell learners about a skill they will be using

Science Matters is a programme for the Senior Phase of Curriculum 2005. This series enables educators to implement the Natural Sciences Learning Area in a challenging and learner-centred manner. There is a Learner's Book and a Teacher's Guide for each grade. The Grade 7 Learner's Book: • is learner-centred and activity-based • focuses on the development of skills • encourages learners to think scientifically • guides learners to produce a record of their work • can be successful with limited resources • provides opportunities for consolidation after each module The Grade 7 Teacher's Guide • introduces educators to Curriculum 2005 and its terminology, materials and needs • helps educators to creatively develop skills through activities, including extension activities and assessment opportunities • includes photocopiable resources and worksheets and answers to questions in the Learner's Book • supports the teacher with background information • guides the educator in implementing continuous assessment

Instructional Sequence Matters, Grades 9- 12 is the one-stop resource that will inspire you to reimagine your approach to high school physical science. The book discusses the 5E (Engage, Explore, Explain, Elaborate, and Evaluate) as a specific pathway for teaching and learning. It also shows how simple shifts in the way you arrange and combine activities will help your students construct firsthand knowledge as you put the three dimensions of contemporary standards into practice. Like its popular counterparts for grades 3- 5 and 6- 8, the book is designed as a complete self-guided tour. It helps both novice teachers and classroom veterans understand the following: * Why sequence matters. A concise review of cognitive science and science education research explains why the order in which you structure your lessons is so critical. * What you need to do. An overview of important planning considerations covers becoming an " explore-before-explain" teacher and designing 5E instructional models. * How to do it. Planning templates include reflection questions to spark your thinking and develop your knowledge. Model lessons encourage you to teach in ways that allow for active meaning making-- precisely what is called for in three-dimensional instruction. You' ll learn to engage students as they tackle engineering design problems, use algebraic and mathematical reasoning, read technical texts, develop their own inquiries, and write argumentative essays. Instructional Sequence Matters, Grades 9- 12 will help you stimulate teacher thinking and cultivate the skills necessary to take your students to higher levels of learning.