Transfer goal:

Concept: Models

All waves have the same mathematical model, and like any model, it can be used to explain and predict observable phenomena.

“[The] universal behaviours of waves are applied in later sections of the course in more advanced topics, allowing students to generalize the various types of waves.” IB Physics Guide.

Topic: Mechanics

Content-based: What are the equations of motion for uniform acceleration?

Skills-based: How to determine the acceleration of free-fall experimentally?

Concepts-based: How can Newton’s laws be modelled mathematically?

thinking skill & communication skills

Kinematics Presentation

Physics students do a presentation about kinematics at the end of September. Students need to search and organize the knowledge, then make a PPT or poster to display what they’ve learned. They are required to stand on the stage and do a presentation.

BICS vs CALP

what is the smallest particle in the nature?

Does Science knowledge change with time?

Concept: Choice

What are differences between economics and other science subjects, e.g., Chemistry. How do economists test hypothesis with different models. What difficulties economists face when they make crucial decisions, how do they make their choice?