Contents
Preamble
i
Acronyms
iii
Chapter 1
Introduction
1
1.1 Background
1
1.2 Implementation of Science Subjects in Schools
2
1.3 Rationale
3
1.4 Curriculum Aims
3
1.5 Interface with the Junior Secondary Curriculum and
Post-secondary Pathways
4
Chapter 2
Curriculum Framework
7
2.1 Design Principles
7
2.2 Learning Targets
9
2.2.1 Knowledge and Understanding
9
2.2.2 Skills and Processes
9
2.2.3 Values and Attitudes
11
2.3 Curriculum Structure and Organisation
13
2.3.1 Compulsory Part
16
2.3.2 Elective Part
67
2.3.3 Investigative Study
82
Chapter 3
Curriculum Planning
85
3.1 Guiding Principles
85
3.2 Progression of Studies
86
3.3 Curriculum Planning Strategies
88
3.3.1 Interface with Junior Secondary Science Curriculum
88
3.3.2 Suggested Learning and Teaching Sequences
90
3.3.3 Curriculum Adaptations for Learner Diversity
95
3.3.4 Flexible Use of Learning Time
96
3.4 Curriculum Management
97
3.4.1 Effective Curriculum Management
97
3.4.2 Roles of Different Stakeholders in Schools
98
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