TOK integration in Science at WUIS by rajashree https://padlet.com/rajashree_basu1/k0c3o0zuxoh5 May 2018 titles en-us 2017-10-09 06:54:38 UTC 2025-11-30 17:07:35 UTC hello@padlet.com Which Units can the essay be specifically linked to ? rajashree_basu1 https://padlet.com/rajashree_basu1/k0c3o0zuxoh5/wish/195108114 Physics - 
Topic 2 - Mechanics
Topic 4 - Waves
Topic 7 - Atomic, nuclear and particle physics
Topic 12 - Quantum and nuclear physics 

Biology- Topic 4- Evolution and Biodiversity
Topic 10- Genetics and Evolution
8===D]]> 2017-10-09 06:55:44 UTC https://padlet.com/rajashree_basu1/k0c3o0zuxoh5/wish/195108114 Department Understanding of the Essay title- How and where in your subject area / area of knowledge does the area link to ? rajashree_basu1 https://padlet.com/rajashree_basu1/k0c3o0zuxoh5/wish/195108135 Title 2-" We know with confidence only when we know little; with knowledge doubt increases" )adapted from JW von Goethe) Discuss the statement with reference to two areas of knowledge

Physics Atomic structure gives a good insight- develoments of atomic models from JJ Thompson's plum pudding model to the modern day Schrodinger's model- all paradfigm shifts connect to.

Biology - (1)Paradigm shift in evolution from Lamarckism to darwinism.
(2) In genetics it was believed that only genes are responsible for inheriting the character and there is no role of environment in inheritance. Later scientists discovered the role of environmental conditions affecting the gene loci and the character associated which is heritable too.

Title 5 " The quality of knowledge produced by an academic discipline is directly proportional to the duration of historical development of that discipline

Physics- Conceptual shift from Classical Physics to Quantum Physics. Wave particle duality, Photoelectric effect, discovery of Higgs Boson.

Biology- The discovery of penicillin happened by chance but it plays a major role in medical science today.






]]> 2017-10-09 06:55:51 UTC https://padlet.com/rajashree_basu1/k0c3o0zuxoh5/wish/195108135 What knowledge questions can be pulled out from the essay that may help to explore the TOK essay? rajashree_basu1 https://padlet.com/rajashree_basu1/k0c3o0zuxoh5/wish/195116811 Title 2- To what extent does uncertainty contribute to the development of knowledge?

Title 2: concerns whether more knowledge increases doubt and includes a Goethe quote.

Thoughts to consider with essay 2 include:
  • what is a paradox?
  • to what extent is the growth of knowledge the growth of our conceptual schemes?
  • is the ability to ask new questions simply increased ignorance or increased doubt?
  • To know and having knowledge- do they mean the same? 





Title 5: concerns the historical duration of disciplines of knowledge.

Thoughts to consider with essay 5 include:
  • how can knowledge have "quality"?
  • how, if at all, do we measure the quality of knowledge?
  • how are new academic disciplines born?
]]> 2017-10-09 07:33:21 UTC https://padlet.com/rajashree_basu1/k0c3o0zuxoh5/wish/195116811 What links can students refer to get more insight into the linked areas? rajashree_basu1 https://padlet.com/rajashree_basu1/k0c3o0zuxoh5/wish/195116875 Physics
1. General TOK in sciences book
http://fcis.aisdhaka.org/personal/chendricks/IB/IB%20Site/HamperBook/Hamper16TOK.pdf

2. What is a paradigm shift - discussed on the speed of light
http://www.louayfatoohi.com/2012/04/philosophy/the-speed-of-light-and-a-paradigm-shift-in-physics/

]]> 2017-10-09 07:33:37 UTC https://padlet.com/rajashree_basu1/k0c3o0zuxoh5/wish/195116875 Knowledge framework that can be used for the connection to this essay rajashree_basu1 https://padlet.com/rajashree_basu1/k0c3o0zuxoh5/wish/195116930 Natural Sciences Knowledge Framework
1. Scope and applications

What is the social function of the natural sciences? How many different forms does it encompass (eg physics, chemistry, geology, biology, etc.)? What are their separate aims? To what extent are natural sciences influenced by the society and culture in which they are pursued? How important are the natural sciences?

2. Concepts and language

How do we use language to express the knowledge found within natural sciences? To what extent does this differ according to different forms of natural sciences? Are there any central concepts for which we need specific language before approaching natural sciences?

3. Methodology

Which ways of knowing do we use in order to connect with, and understand, natural sciences? Which ways of knowing do the natural scientists themselves use in order to study natural sciences and communicate their understanding of it?

4. Historical development

How has our understanding and perception of natural sciences changed over time? How has the role of natural sciences within society developed? To what extent has the nature of natural sciences (for example, the different forms of natural sciences) changed? What relationship do today’s natural sciences have with those of the past? (to paraphrase Newton, do they ‘stand on the shoulders of giants’?)

5. Links to personal knowledge

To what extent are you involved with natural sciences? How is your perception of the world, and your position it in, affected by natural sciences?


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