Technology Matters Grade 7 Learners Book

Technology Matters has been developed by South African Teachers who are specialist in the Technology Learning Area. The learner-centred approach is designed to stimulate and encourage learners to explore and enjoy technology. Learner's Book Fun, practical activities with resources covering the RNCS A module explaining the design process and a module on freehand drawing skills Case studies related to each capability task Did you know boxes Further practice activities for learners progressing at a faster pace How are you doing? sections, ensuring continuous assessment. Teacher's Guide An overview of the RNCS A phase programme showing what the series covers Grids showing Learning Outcomes, Assessment Standards and integration A list of resources needed in each activity Step-by step teacher support and answers for each activity and assessment Remedial activities ensuring inclusion Photocopiable worksheets & assessment grids

Technology Matters has been developed by South African Teachers who are specialist in the Technology Learning Area. The learner-centred approach is designed to stimulate and encourage learners to explore and enjoy technology. Learner's Book Ž Fun, practical activities with resources covering the RNCS Ž A module explaining the design process and a module on freehand drawing skills Ž “Case studies” related to each capability task Ž “Did you know” boxes Ž “Further practice” activities for learners progressing at a faster pace Ž “How are you doing?” sections, ensuring continuous assessment. Teacher's Guide Ž An overview of the RNCS Ž A phase programme showing what the series covers Ž Grids showing Learning Outcomes, Assessment Standards and integration Ž A list of resources needed in each activity Ž Step-by step teacher support and answers for each activity and assessment Ž Remedial activities ensuring inclusion Ž Photocopiable worksheets & assessment grids

Technology Matters has been developed by South African Teachers who are specialist in the Technology Learning Area. The learner-centred approach is designed to stimulate and encourage learners to explore and enjoy technology. Learner's Book Fun, practical activities with resources covering the RNCS A module explaining the design process and a module on freehand drawing skills Case studies related to each capability task Did you know boxes Further practice activities for learners progressing at a faster pace How are you doing? sections, ensuring continuous assessment. Teacher's Guide An overview of the RNCS A phase programme showing what the series covers Grids showing Learning Outcomes, Assessment Standards and integration A list of resources needed in each activity Step-by step teacher support and answers for each activity and assessment Remedial activities ensuring inclusion Photocopiable worksheets & assessment grids

Science and Technology Matters is a resource in which learners experience the world in stimulating ways. A blend of creative, practical and skills-based activities has been used as learners embark on a journey of discovery in science and technology. Features of the Learner's Book Ž The Learner's Book comprises four integrated modules: 'Our living world'; 'Nothing stays the same'; 'Are all things connected?' and 'Caring for the Earth'. Ž Learners are encouraged to use their own skills in solving problems. Ž Concepts are reinforced at the ends of modules. Ž 'Let's Check' features help to reinforce success. Features of the Teacher's Guide Ž An introduction to Curriculum 2005 is given at the beginning of the book. Ž A list of Programme Organisers, Phase Organisers, Specific Outcomes and Assessment Criteria is provided. Ž Suggestions for the activities are included. Ž Extension activities and lists of resources needed are provided where appropriate.

Technology Matters has been developed by South African Teachers who are specialist in the Technology Learning Area. The learner-centred approach is designed to stimulate and encourage learners to explore and enjoy technology. Learner's Book Ž Fun, practical activities with resources covering the RNCS Ž A module explaining the design process and a module on freehand drawing skills Ž “Case studies” related to each capability task Ž “Did you know” boxes Ž “Further practice” activities for learners progressing at a faster pace Ž “How are you doing?” sections, ensuring continuous assessment. Teacher's Guide Ž An overview of the RNCS Ž A phase programme showing what the series covers Ž Grids showing Learning Outcomes, Assessment Standards and integration Ž A list of resources needed in each activity Ž Step-by step teacher support and answers for each activity and assessment Ž Remedial activities ensuring inclusion Ž Photocopiable worksheets & assessment grids

Science and Technology Matters is a resource in which learners experience the world in stimulating ways. A blend of creative, practical and skills-based activities has been used as learners embark on a journey of discovery in science and technology. Features of the Learner's Book • The Learner's Book comprises four integrated modules: 'Our living world'; 'Nothing stays the same'; 'Are all things connected?' and 'Caring for the Earth'. • Learners are encouraged to use their own skills in solving problems. • Concepts are reinforced at the ends of modules. • 'Let's Check' features help to reinforce success. Features of the Teacher's Guide • An introduction to Curriculum 2005 is given at the beginning of the book. • A list of Programme Organisers, Phase Organisers, Specific Outcomes and Assessment Criteria is provided. • Suggestions for the activities are included. • Extension activities and lists of resources needed are provided where appropriate.