Provincial Curriculum for Grade 7 Science
In the Kindergarten to Grade 12 science classroom, students are actively engaged in "doing" science and developing related skills and attitudes, as well as extending their understanding of science concepts. In addition, they make links between science and daily life and appreciate both the power and limitations of science.
Grade 7 students develop an understanding of science concepts in the following units (thematic clusters):
- Interactions within Ecosystems
- Particle Theory of Matter
- Forces and Structures
- Earth's Crust
These topic areas serve as contexts for students to develop the following skills, attitudes, and understanding about the nature of science:
- Recognize that scientific knowledge has evolved and that technology has played a role in this process.
- Plan and conduct experiments that constitute a fair test, including controlling variables, recording and analyzing data, and drawing a conclusion based on experimental results.
- Construct an object or device to solve a problem, based on specific criteria.
- Investigate societal, environmental, and economic impacts of science and technology.
- Recognize the importance of maintaining a balance between the needs of humans and a sustainable environment.
- Appreciate the contributions of Canadians to science and technology.
For more information on provincial curriculum, please visit: http://www.edu.gov.mb.ca/k12/cur/parents/grade7.html#science