Introduction+to+Science+&+the+Laboratory

The word Science comes from the Latin word //scientia//, meaning knowledge. Science is a body of knowledge about the world around you. It is also a way of gathering knowledge.

Key Questions
What do scientists do? Do people other than scientists use science in their daily life and work? How is a science laboratory different from other rooms? How can I be a good observer? (or how can I be a better observer?) How are substances safely heated in the science laboratory? How can I conduct an experiment so that it can be repeated? How should I behave in the laboratory? What is required of me in Science lessons?

Classroom Expectations:
Year 7 Classroom Expectations Year 7 Students are expected to come to each class promptly and with appropriate materials every class. This will include your book, pencil case and diary. In specific subjects there may also be other materials required such as a text or tool.

Entering and leaving a classroom  1. Do not enter your classroom while a prior class is packing up and leaving.  2. Enter your classroom quietly and place your book, pencil case and diary upon your desk, and bags on the floor.  3. Stand behind your chair and await the teachers instructions.  4. At the end of the lesson clear the work table of rubbish and work items. Do not expect the teacher or cleaner to pick up after you.  5. You may be asked to stand quietly before being dismissed.

Bookwork These are the bookwork rules that should be followed in each year 7 class, unless specified otherwise by subject teachers to suit their subject.

 1. Rule a red margin down the left side of the page (2cm or ruler width).  2. Date each new page at the top right.  3. Use a blue or black pen for writing.  4. Write legibly and on the lines.  5. Write objectives or WALT and WILF in Red pen on the left of page.  6. Use a red pen to underline headings.  7. Draw diagrams large (at least 1/3 of page ) and in pencil. <span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;"> 8. Use a ruler to draw straight lines. <span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;"> 9. Stick worksheets in as you receive them, in order and not upside down. If folding them, label the outside, if cutting them dispose of the scrap paper appropriately. <span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;"> 10. Do not tear pages out of your books to write notes. <span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;"> 11. Do not use your books for drawing random pictures or other graffiti.

<span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif; font-size: 16px;">Catch up on work you have missed out on by asking another student or the teacher in break time. Alternately if you know you will be absent, ask ahead of time for the work that may be covered.

<span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif; font-size: 18.6667px;">Diary <span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;"> 1. Write your name and timetable in your diary. <span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;"> 2. Bring your diary to each class and place it on the desk where appropriate. <span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;"> 3. Date each page clearly with the day and month. <span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;"> 4. Write all homework requirements in your diary. <span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;"> 5. Ask you parents to sign your diary each weekend. <span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;"> 6. You diary will be checked weekly by the pastoral teacher. <span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;"> 7. Do not deface or write inappropriate comments in your, or someone else's, diary. <span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;"> 8. If you lose your diary you should visit the school office to purchase a replacement.

Assignment 1:
O:\Individual staff folders\Graham\Science\2011 2012 School Year\Year 7\Introduction to Science There are many **great moments in Science**. From the discovery of of th structure of DNA, to the launching of a space vehicle to the surface of Mars and the invention of Velcro, research in science has provided for a whole range of great moments of celebration of achievement.
 * Introduction**

The impacts of some great moments have been far-reaching; affecting virtually all of humanity. Other moments have simply added to the amount of knowledge and understanding that we of the complex world that we live in.

You are to choose what you consider to be great moment in Science and present your research as a class presentation. Try to think creatively about what you could research, and choose something that interests you. Your great moment could include:
 * Procedure:**
 * **an invention (such as Velcro, the light bulb, telephone, car, CD, DVD or computer)**
 * **a discovery (such as black holes, DNA, antibiotics, radioactivity, nuclear reactions)**
 * **a theory or law (such as gravity, conservation of mass, evolution, atomic theory)**

You may choose something that is different to these suggestions if you can justify it as a 'great moment in science'.

You are to present your findings as a class presentation using posters, PowerPoint presentation or practical/visual aids, of no greater than 8 minutes. You should include pictures in your presentation. You may prepare a separate script for your presentation BUT do not read everything from your PowerPoint slides or poster. You must also include a **reference list of all the resources** you have used (including author, date, and web address or book title and publisher). Be careful to put the information in your own words. Your report will be due on the Monday of Week 5 dated:

In your report/presentation you need to include the following sections:
 * 1) Description of great moments in Science (who/what/where/when/did it happen)
 * 2) How people first responded to this moment (did people use the discovery instantly, or were there concerns and questions? Was there a positive or negative response? Did fellow scientists respond positively or negatively)
 * 3) The longer term impacts of this great moment (how does this moment impact the world today?)
 * 4) The personal impact of this great moment in Science (how does this moment impact your life?)
 * Marking Scheme (total possible 20 marks) & Peer Marking**
 * Marking Scheme (total possible 20 marks) & Peer Marking**


 * Information**
 * **Description of great moment** (5 marks) use of appropriate words and detail explaining what the discovery was, who made the discovery, when and where the moment took place.
 * **How people responded** (5 marks) a high level of detail explaining the positive, negative, or neutral response of society to this discovery at the moment in time it was revealed.
 * **Longer Term impact** (4 marks) Explanation of how this moment of science has contributed to society since its discovery or invention
 * **Personal Impact** (4 marks) Explanation of how this moment has affected your own life, with specific examples and how you perceive it may impact you as an adult.
 * **References** / Resources (2 marks) Correct Web addresses, authors, Books, Publisher & dates


 * Grade Boundaries:** A: 18 - 20 B: 15 - 17 C: 11-14 D: 5 - 10 E: < 5
 * Peer Marking:** Your peers will also grade you on your presentation by submitting a grade of A - E on your graphic and verbal presentation and their understanding of what your **scientific moment** entails.

Safety in the Laboratory Graphic Page:
What is a scientist? Close your eyes and picture in your mind what a typical scientist looks like. What does he wear? How old is he? How long is his beard? What colour hair does he have? What is he holding in his hands?
 * Lesson: Introduction to a Scientist**
 * Why are you thinking of a man?** There are just as many female scientists as there are male.

In your work book write down your answers to the above questions and describe your ideas about what a scientist is. In your note book write down the names of as many scientists that you know. See if you can write down what field of science that they work in.


 * Play the video of Bill Nye the Science Guy**

Now record in your note book your new thoughts about what a scientist is and what he/she does and how they look. <span style="display: block; height: 1px; left: -10000px; overflow: hidden; position: absolute; top: 451px; width: 1px;">