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SCIENCESMYP 1- BIOLOGY

MYP YEAR 1 INTEGRATED SCIENCES (DRAWN FROM BIOLOGY)

Unit titleKey

conceptRelated

concept(s)Globalcontext

Statement ofinquiry

MYPsubjectgroup

objective(s)

ATL skillsand

LearnerProfiles Content (topics, knowledge, skills)

Cell andcharacteristicsof livingorganisms20 sessions @40 min

Relationships

Form ,Function

IdentitiesandrelationshipsExplorationIdentity ofcell, its rolein livingorganism.

Investigating atheory helps tounderstand theform and functionof its elementsand their mutualrelationships.

Objective AKnowing andunderstanding

ThinkingCritical.CreativeLP:

Thinker

1- The use of microscope. 2- The cell as the basic unit of life.3- Cells arise from pre-existing cells. 4- Basic parts of cell-different parts and their functions 5-Plant cell and animal cell-their differences 6- Adaptations in cell- different types ofspecialized cells. 7- Cells, tissues, organs, organ systems(e.g.: skeletal and muscle system introduction) andorganisms. 8- Living things (organisms) share the commonqualities of movement, reproduction, sensitivity, growth,respiration, elimination and nutrition.Connection- Art (ratio of individual parts in drawing diagrams)

Classificationand adaptationof living thingsin theirenvironment30 sessions @40 min

Systems Forms,Patterns

Orientationin time andspaceExploration-History ofclassificationandevolution oforganisms

The laws of thenatural world thatevolved duringtime, support toestablishrelationshipsbetweenindividuals in asystem throughtheir patterns andforms.

Objective DReflecting onthe impactsof science

Self-management :OrganizationResearchInformationliteracyLP-Inquirer,Knowledgeable,Principled.

1- Adaptations are the characteristics that help organisms tosurvive. 2- Adaptations may be behavioral or structural.3-Characteristics of living organisms 4- How is classificationsystem made and developed?5-Classification systems arepractical tools for scientists to communicate with one another.6-Classification is the grouping and naming of organismsbased on their shared characteristics. 7- Division of organismsinto five kingdoms. 8- The animal kingdom. 9-The plantkingdom 10- Organisms that can reproduce with one anotherand produce fertile offspring are members of the samespecies 11- Binomial nomenclature involves a two-namesystem. Each two- word name is unique and originates fromLatin, with only the genus capitalized (for example, Homosapiens) 12-Using and constructing dichotomous keys toclassify a group of organisms or objectsConnection- Language and Literature (Essay on Evolution ofClassification System)


SCIENCES

MYP 1- CHEMISTRYMYP YEAR 1 INTEGRATED SCIENCES (DRAWN FROM CHEMISTRY)

Unit title Key conceptRelated

concept(s) Global contextStatementof inquiry

MYP subjectgroup

objective(s)

ATL skills andLearnerProfiles Content (topics, knowledge, skills)

AtomsandElements20sessions@40 min

Relationships FormModels

Orientation in spaceand timeArea of Exploration-Evolution of Atomicstructure

TherelationshipsbetweenForm andmodels areobserved asthey orient inspace andtime.

Objective A:Knowing andUnderstanding

Objective D-Reflecting onImpacts ofScience.

Thinking Skills-CriticalResearchSkills:InformationLiteracyLearner Profile:ThinkerKnowledgeable

1. The history of atomic structure and the evolution ofthe recent atomic structure.2. What is the atom made up of?3. What is atomic number, atomic mass number4. Electron shells and elements from atomic number

1to 20Service As Action- MODEL MAKING OF ATOMSLearning outcome- Becoming aware of strengths andweaknesses, new skills, collaborative work.

MaterialProperties40sessions@40 min

Change PatternsEvidence.

Scientific andtechnical innovationArea of Exploration :Chemical Products,processes andsolutions in everydaylife.

Scientificandtechnicalinnovationssupportidentificationof patternsinvolved in achange.

ObjectiveB:Inquiring andDesigningObjective C:Processing andEvaluatingObjective D-Reflecting onImpacts ofScience

CommunicationSkill

Learner Profile:Communicator

1-Differentiate between elements and compounds.2. What are acids and alkalis, the concept of pH,neutralization? Acid rain and its causes and effects,measures to prevent.3. Investigation of materials in everyday life based onthe physical properties and the application of the same.SERVICE AS ACTION: Measuring the pH of the school

swimming pool water and advising the staff for itsmaintenance.

Learning outcome- collaborative work, discuss,evaluate and plan the activity.

Microorganisms30 sessions @40 min

Change Consequences ,Interaction

ScientificandtechnicalinnovationExploration:Advances oftechnology isa result of theinteractionbetweenhuman andthe microbialworld.

Scientific andtechnicalinnovation is aconsequence ofchange andinteractions in asystem.

Objective B:Inquiring anddesigningObjective C:ProcessingandevaluatingObjective DReflecting onthe impactsof science

Collaboration, CriticalTransfer.LP-Thinker,Open-minded,Caring

1- Definition of the terms “disease”, “infectious”/“communicable”, “micro-organism” and “pathogen”2- Identification of fungi, bacteria and viruses as pathogenicmicroorganisms. 3- Reproduction in fungi, bacteria andviruses. 4- Main biological and structural differences betweenfungi, bacteria and viruses. • Scientific drawing skills. 5-Defense mechanism, Infectious diseases and the problemsthey cause with specific reference to: fungal diseases (forexample, athlete’s foot, ringworm) bacterial diseases, viraldiseases. 6- Role of vaccines .Service as Action- Activityon Health and Hygiene. Learning Outcome- Workcollaboratively with others. Undertake challenges that developnew skills.


SCIENCESStates ofmatter20sessions@40 min

Relationships FormConditions

Identities andRelationshipsArea of Exploration:Transitions of differentstates of matter

Materials indifferentforms exhibitrelationshipsretainingtheirindividualidentitiesundervariousconditions.

Objective A:Knowing andUnderstandingObjective BInquiring andDesigning.

Thinking Skills-CreativeLearner Profile:Thinker

1. The different states of matter and application of theparticle theory for its study.2. Solute, solvent and solution.3. The difference between soluble and insoluble,

miscible and immiscible.4. The study of different process like melting,

evaporation, boiling, sublimation and diffusion.5. The concept of pure and impure substance.Connection with Math: Apply mathematical formula toconvert different units of measurement of temperature.Activity: Conduct lab experiments to study the different

states of matter.

MYP 1- PHYSICSMYP YEAR 1 INTEGRATED SCIENCES (DRAWN FROM PHYSICS)



Statement ofinquiry

MYPsubjectgroup

objective(s)

ATL skillsand Learner

Profiles Content (topics, knowledge, skills)Force andMotion40sessions@ 40 min.

Relationships MovementsConsequences

Scientific andtechnicalinnovationArea ofexploration -Products,processes andsolutions.

Relationshipbetween movementand itsconsequences haveresulted in scientificand technicalinnovation.

A:KnowledgeandUnderstanding

B:Inquiring andDesigning

ThinkingSkills- Creative,CriticalLearnersProfile:ReflectiveKnowledgeable

1-Introduction to Motion2. Effects of force

3. Types of forces4. Contact Force, Non-contact Forces,5 Friction, definition, Advantages and disadvantages

of friction,6. Air and water resistance7. Mass and Weight, Gravitational Force andWeightlessness.8 Gravity,9. Introduction to Newton's Law of Motion.

Connections: With PE and Mathematics

Service as Action – Demonstration of friction usingdifferent types of surfaces.Learning outcome- developing new skills, working in

collaboration.


SCIENCESEnergyandEnergyTransfers

40sessions@ 40 min

Change Energy,TransformationForm

GlobalizationandSustainabilityArea ofexploration-Human impacton theenvironment

Humankind and theenvironment areaffected by energybeing transformedinto different forms.

B:Inquiring andDesigning: C:ProcessingandEvaluating: D:Reflecting onthe impactsof science

CommunicationResearchSkillsLiteracyskills :

LearnersProfile:KnowledgeableInquirers

1-Defining energy,2. Forms of energy3. Energy Changes,4. Waste of Energy - Wear and tear results in wastedenergy,5. Fuels- Candles/battery,6. How energy use has increased,7. Measuring Work,8. Energy transfer ,9. Plants and energy,10. Energy and Ourselves,11. Generating Electricity,12. Conservation of energy13. Modes of heat transfer

Connections: With language and ChemistryService as Action – Charts showing conservation ofenergyLearning outcome- implications of their actions,working in collaboration.

MYP 2- BIOLOGYMYP YEAR 2 INTEGRATED SCIENCES (DRAWN FROM BIOLOGY)

Unit titleKey

conceptRelated


Statementof inquiry

MYP subjectgroup

objective(s)


Healthy dietand digestion20 sessions@ 40 min.

Systems Function,Balance

IdentitiesandrelationshipExploration-Health andwell being

Thehealthyfunctioningof asystemmaintainsa balanceand helpsin growthof itsrelatedelements.

Objective A:Knowing andunderstanding

Thinking:CriticalTransferLP: Thinker,Balanced

1- What are we made up of?2- Structure and uses of carbohydrates, proteins and fats.3- Uses of vitamins, minerals, fibre and water.4- Healthy diet and consequences of unhealthy diet.5- Digestion in humans - both mechanical and chemical.Connections:- (Name of different foods and associatednutrients, their function in the body)Language acquisitionService as action :- Diet charts and food habitsLearning outcome- Become more aware of own strengths andareas of growth


SCIENCESThecirculatoryandrespiratorysystem40 sessions@ 40 min.

Systems Function,Balance

IdentitiesandrelationshipExploration-Lifestylechoices

Thehealthyfunctioningof asystemmaintainsa balanceand helpsin growthof itsrelatedelements.

Objective B:Inquiring anddesigning

Objective C:Processingand evaluating

Objective D:Reflecting onthe impacts ofsciences

CommunicationResearch:InformationliteracyLP:- Inquirer,CommunicatorKnowledgeable,Reflector

1- Structure of heart and blood vessels2- Movement of substances in and out of the circulatory system3- Mechanism of circulation4- Structure of respiratory system5- Mechanism of respiration.6- Exchange of materials in the system.7- Care for both the systems.Connections:- (Data processing and graphs) Mathematics

Reproductionin humans20 sessions@ 40 min.

Change Balance Personal andculturalexpressionExploration-Socialconstructionsof reality andways of life.

Changesshould bebalancedto help theways inwhich weexpressour culture,values andbeliefs.


Affective:MindfulnessPerseverance:EmotionalmanagementLP:- Caring

1- How the changes begin?2- Behavioral changes3- Hormones and adolescence.4- Male and female reproductive organs- structure andimportance.5- The menstrual cycle and sexual intercourse6- Fertilization and development of the baby.

MYP 2- CHEMISTRY

MYP YEAR 2 INTEGRATED SCIENCES (DRAWN FROM CHEMISTRY)


concept(s) Global contextStatement of

inquiry

MYP subjectgroup

objective(s)ATL skills and

Learner Profiles Content (topics, knowledge, skills)PeriodicTable30sessions@ 40 min

Relationships PatternsFunction

Orientation inspace and time.Area of exploration:Turning point and bighistory ofdevelopment ofperiodic table

Patterns andrelationshipsobservedthrough aperiod oftime, leadingto discovery,createshistory.

Objective A:Knowing andunderstandingObjective D:Reflecting onthe impacts ofscience

Thinking Skills:Critical

Learner Profile:Thinker

1. History of periodic table and the arrangement of theelements in the periodic table.2. Study of the physical and chemical properties ofgroup 1, 17 and 18 and their applications in real life.3. Scientific representation of symbols of elements,atomic number, atomic mass number. What areisotopes?4. Formation of ions (cations and anions), concept ofvalency and writing the word equation.Service as Action - Activity based on each

student selecting an element and representing thesame with its properties and uses.Learning outcome- Develop internationalmindedness


SCIENCESMixtures

30sessions@ 40 min

Change Energy

Transfer

Orientation inspace and timeArea of exploration:Exchange andInteraction of energyduring a change

. Interactionstake placethroughtransfer ofenergyresulting inchange.

Objective B :Inquiring andDesigningObjectiveC:Processingand Evaluating.

Thinking Skills:CriticalLearner Profile:Thinker Inquirer

1. Different kinds of mixtures2-Solutions 3 Saturated solution.3. Solubility.4. Different methods of separation of mixtures. –Magnetic filtration

(normal and using Buchner funnel)5. Evaporation and crystallization. 6. Separating

immiscible liquids using separating funnel.Lab work based on magnetic separation withsand and iron filings.

Chemistryineverydaylife20sessions@ 40 min

Systems BalanceForm

Globalization andsustainabilityArea of exploration:Chemical processescause impact onEnvironment.

Environmentas a systemcreates abalanceleading toglobalsustainability.

Objective D:Reflecting onthe Impacts ofScience

Research Skills:Informationliteracy

Learner Profile:Knowledgeable

1. Respiration, combustion, burning and reactions arefast if surface area is more- explosions caused bydust2.Oxygen and food.3. Rusting is slow oxidation of iron in the presence ofwater/moisture.4. High temperature and salt speeds up the processof rusting.5. Methods to prevent rusting.6. Aluminum and zinc are also oxidized.7. Silver gets black coating due to oxidation.8. Bronze gets green coating (patina) due tooxidation.9. Copper gets green coating (verdigris) due tooxidation.


SCIENCESMYP 2- PHYSICS

MYP YEAR 2 INTEGRATED SCIENCES (DRAWN FROM PHYSICS)Unit title Key

conceptRelatedconcept(s)

Globalcontext

Statement ofinquiry

MYPsubjectgroupobjective(s)

ATL skills andLearnerProfiles

Content (topics, knowledge, skills)

MeasuringMotion30 sessions@ 40min

Change Movement

Consequences

Orientation inspace andtimeArea ofexploration-Displacementand exchange

The Consequencesof Change are dueto displacement andexchange betweensystems.

B:Inquiring andDesigningC:

Processingandevaluating

CommunicationSkillsOrganizationalskillsLearners Profile:ReflectiveKnowledgeable

1. Speed,,2. Speed records3. Measuring speed,4. Relationship between speed, distance and time,5.Scalar and vector quantities,6. Patterns of movement,

7. Distance/time graphs,8. Velocity.Connections: With PE (Running) andMathematics- graphs

Light andSound30 sessions@ 40 in.

SystemsInteraction

Scientific andtechnicalinnovationArea ofexploration-modernizationandengineering

Interaction betweenthe systems hasresulted inmodernizationleading to scientificad technicalinnovation.

A:Knowledgeandunderstanding.

D:Reflecting onthe impactsof science

CommunicationSelf-management:

Research Skills:Literary skills

Light1-Luminous and non-luminous objects.2-Classification of non-luminous objects astransparent, translucent and opaque.3- Formationof a shadow 4- Reflection of light and its laws, 5-Real and virtual images, 6- Irregular reflection byrough surfaces, 7- Refraction of light, 8- Dispersionof light and rainbow, 9-Absorbing and reflectingcolors, filtering colors, combining colors.10-Identifying Colors, 11. Structure of an eyeSound1-Vibrations produce sound, 2- How sound travels.3- Describing a sound wave(distance/displacementgraph), 4- Structure of ear, 5- How is sound wavedetected by the ear?, 6- Properties of soundwaves, 7- Loudness of sound, 8- Pitch of sound, 9-Detecting soundConnections: With Biology- impact of loud soundon hearing.Service in action.-Hazards of loud sound- talk withgrade 5 studentsLearning outcome- developing new skills, workingin collaboration


SCIENCESMagnetism

20 sessions@ 40 min.

Relationships

PatternsEvidences

Scientific andtechnicalinnovationArea ofexploration-modernizationandengineering

Relationshipsbetween patternslead to evidenceswhich supportscientific andtechnicalinnovation.

A:Knowledgeandunderstanding.

Thinking skills

Learners Profile:KnowledgeableInquirers

1-Iron,cobalt and nickel show strong magneticproperties2- Behavior of magnets,3- Inside a magnet,4- The magnetic field,5- The Earth' s magnetic field,6- Link between electricity and magnetism,7-The electromagnets and their applications


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Keyconcep

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Statement ofinquiry

MYP subjectgroup

objective(s)

ATL skillsand Learner

Profiles Content (topics, knowledge, skills)Ecosystemsand humaninfluence20 sessions @40 min.

Change Balance,Environment

Fairness anddevelopmentExploration-Rights andresponsibilities forcreatinghealthyenvironment.

EnvironmentalImbalance createsadverse changesaffecting futuregenerations.

Objective D:Reflecting onthe impacts ofscience

Research:InformationliteracyCommunication: LP:-Communicator, Risk-Taker,Inquirer

1- Definitions of key terms2- Structure of ecosystems. Relationships betweenliving and non-living factors3- Competition within an ecosystem4- Different ecosystems and the factors that impactupon them.5- Using up resources6- Pollution• Conservation.Connection- Individual and Societies- EcosystemService as Action- Tree plantationLearning outcome- Persevere in action

Plants30 sessions @40 min.

Systems

InteractionEnvironment

GlobalizationandSustainabilityExploration-ConnectionofPhotosynthesis withtransfer ofenergy

Interaction ofsystems with theenvironment playsvital role intransforming andconservation ofenergy for globalsustainability.

ObjectiveA:Knowing andunderstanding


Objective C:Processing andevaluating

Thinking:CriticalCreativeTransferLP:- Thinker,Communicator

1- Plant organ systems.2-Plant reproduction3- Structure of leaves and photosynthesis.4- Factors affecting rate of photosynthesis5- Testing plants for presence of starch, light andcarbon dioxide.6- Minerals needed for plant growth7- Transformation of energy


SCIENCESInheritancePlants-ReproductionandPhotosynthesis andevolution30 sessions @40 min.

Change ConsequencesBalance

ScientificandtechnicalinnovationExploration-Naturalworld and itslaws,Impact ofscientific andtechnologicaladvances oncommunityandenvironments.

Positive changes innature is adaptedonly when there is abalanced approachof Scientific andtechnicalinnovation.

ObjectiveA:Knowing andunderstanding

Objective D:Reflecting onimpacts ofscience

Self-management :OrganizationLP:- Principled

1- DNA.2- Chromosomes structures.3- Mitosis and Meiosis4-Advantages and disadvantages of mitosis andmeiosis.5- Genes6-Alleles. Homozygous and Heterozygous pair of

genes.7- Variation8- Darwin’s theory of natural selection.9- Evolution10- Artificial selection.11- Species.12-.Adaptations.13-Charles Darwin theory of evolution by naturalselection.




inquiry

MYP subjectgroup

objective(s)


Energyandchemicalchange15sessions@ 40 min

Change InteractionTransformation

Scientific andTechnicalInnovationArea ofexplorationScientific principlesto understand Lawsof conservation ofenergy.

Scientificprinciples andlaws lead tochanges andenergytransformations.

Objective A:Knowing andunderstandingObjective B:Inquiring anddesigningObjective C:Processing andevaluating

Thinking Skills:CriticalCommunicationskillLearner Profile:ThinkerCommunicator

1. The law of conservation of mass.2. Difference between physical and chemicalchange; reactant and product.3. The types of reactions for eg. Exothermic andendothermic, along with the importance, usesand graphical representation. The concept ofreversible and irreversible reaction. What isactivation energy and the concept of catalyst?4. Writing word and symbol equations.

Importance of subscripts and coefficient inequations and its correlation with the valencyand combination ratios.5. What are salts? Formation of salts using

metals, metal carbonates and neutralizationreaction.FLASH CARD ACTIVITY


SCIENCESPeriodic

Table15sessions@ 40 min

Relationships PatternsModels

Identities andrelationshipsArea ofexplorationIdentity of group 2elements and theirimportance in ourlives.

Pattern andrelationshipsestablishes theidentity of anindividual in asystem.

Objective AKnowing andunderstanding

Thinking Skills:CriticalResearch Skills:InformationliteracyLearner Profile:ThinkerKnowledgeable

1. The study of group 2 and transition elementsof the periodic table.2-To study the use of transition elements ascatalysts.

Patterns ofreactivity15sessions@ 40 min

System InteractionPattern

Identities andrelationshipsArea ofexplorationReactivity Series ofelements to justifythe action of eachelement in achemical reaction.

Pattern andinteractionestablishes theidentity of anindividual in asystem and itsrelationship withothers.

Objective A :Knowing andunderstanding.Objective B:Inquiring anddesigning

Thinking Skills:Critical thinking

Learner Profile:Thinker Inquirer

1. Reaction of metals with oxygen, water andacids2. Displacement reactions3. The reactivity series4. The combustion of fuel and the productsformed.

Rates ofreaction20sessions@ 40 min

Change TransferMovement

Identities andrelationshipsArea ofexploration:Application of theknowledge of thefactors affecting therate of the reactionto real life.

The rate of anyreaction systemdepends on thechange thatoccurs due tothe relatedtransferbetween theproducts andthe reactants.

Objective B:Inquiring anddesigningObjective C:Processing andevaluating

Thinking Skills:Critical thinkingCommunicationskill

Learner Profile:ThinkerInquirer

1. Measuring rates of reaction2. Factors affecting rates of reaction3. Catalysts4. The particle theory and rates of reaction

IDU with Math- Graphs

SeparatingMixturesand water

purification15sessions@ 40 min

Systems FormFunction

Orientationin time and space

Area ofexploration: Thebest method usedto purify water.

The form andfunction of thesystems

orientated intime and spacealong with theform andfunction ofseparatingmixtures

Objective A :Knowledge andunderstandingObjective B:Inquiring anddesigningObjective D-Reflecting onthe impact ofScience

Thinking Skills:Critical thinking

Learner Profile:ThinkerInquirer

1. Distillation (simple and fractional)2. Chromatography of chlorophyll and pigmentof flowers extracted using sox let extraction.3. The concept of pure and impure, applicationto water purification.

Connection with Arts- Primary andsecondary colours


SCIENCESMYP 3- PHYSICS

MYP YEAR 3 INTEGRATED SCIENCES (DRAWN FROM PHYSICS)Unit title Key


Globalcontext

Statement ofinquiry

MYP subjectgroupobjective(s)



Density andPressure


Relationships

Models Identities andrelationships

The way inwhich objectsexert pressure isa consequenceof the interactionbetween theforce and areain contact.

A:Knowing andUnderstandingC :

Processingand EvaluatingD:

Reflecting onthe impacts ofscience

CommunicationSkills

Thinking skill:Critical Thinking

Learner Profile -Thinker ,InquirerCommunicator

1.Introduction,2.Comparing densities,

3.Measuring density of a regular solid,4.Measuring density of an irregular solid, 5.Measuring

density of a liquid6.Floating and sinking,7.Density of gases,8.Pressure on a surface,9.Reducing/Increasing the pressure,10.Particles and pressure,11.Pressure in liquids,12.Pressure in gases,13.Applications of pressure,14.The turning effect of forces,15.Types of levers, 16.Moments

Connections: With chemistry- atoms and moleculesElectricity45 sessions@ 40 min.


Globalizationand

sustainability:

Area ofexploration -

Human impacton the

environment

Communitiesrely on systemsthat humanshave developedthrough usingcomponents thathave specificforms andfunctions.

A:Knowledgeandunderstanding

B:Inquiring anddesigning

CommunicationskillsThinking skills

Learner Profile-Inquirer,Knowledgeable,Principled.

1.Introduction,2.The atom and electric charge,3.Charging materials,4.Insulators and conductors,5.Induced charges,6.Lightning,7.Simple circuits8.Resistance,9.Other circuit components,10.Current,11. Voltage12. Ohm's law; 13. Calculations using Ohm's law


SCIENCESMYP 4- BIOLOGY

MYP YEAR 4 INTEGRATED SCIENCES (DRAWN FROM BIOLOGY)Unit title Key


Globalcontext

Statement ofinquiry

MYP subjectgroupobjective(s)



Chemicals oflife andanimalnutrition.10 sessions@ 40 min.

Systems FunctionBalance

Identities andrelationshipExploration-Health andwell being

The healthyfunctioning of asystemmaintains abalance andhelps in growthof its relatedelements.

A; KnowingandUnderstanding.

Thinking:Critical, TransferLP: Thinker

1- What are we made up of? 2- Structure and uses ofcarbohydrates, proteins and fats.3- Uses of vitamins,minerals, fibre and water.4- Healthy diet andconsequences of unhealthy diet.5- Digestion inhumans - both mechanical and chemical.6- Foodproduction

Enzymes8 sessions@ 40 min.

Change FunctionTransformation

Scientific andtechnicalinnovationExploration-Biologicalrevolution

Scientific andtechnologicaladvancesenable societiesto use, controland transformthe function oforganisms andbiologicalmolecules.

B: Inquiringand designing.C:Processingand evaluating

CollaborationSelf-management:Reflection.LP: Reflector,Open- minded

1- What is an enzyme and what enzymes do?2- How and why enzymes are affected by temperatureand pH?3- The uses of enzymes. 4- Culture ofmicroorganisms.

Plantnutrition12 sessions@ 40 min.

Systems InteractionEnvironmentEnergy

GlobalizationandsustainabilityExploration-Connection ofPhotosynthesiswith transferof energy

Interaction ofsystems withenvironmentplays vital rolein transformingandconservation ofenergy forglobalsustainability.

A: Knowingandunderstanding.B: Inquiringand designingC: Processingand evaluating.

Thinking:Critical ,TransferLP: Thinker

1- Types of nutrition.2- Photosynthesis.3- Structure ofleaves. 4- Factors affecting rate of photosynthesis5- Uses of glucose. 6- Limiting factors.7-Photosynthesis investigations. 8- Structure andfunctions of xylem and phloem.

Connections: Mathematics - (Data analysis and graphplotting)

Livingorganisms intheirenvironment.10 sessions@ 40 min.

Systems InteractionEnvironmentEnergy

Identities andRelationshipExploration-CompetitionandCooperationbetween livingorganisms andenvironment

Organismsinteract with thenaturalenvironment bytransferringmatter andenergy

.

Objective D :Reflecting onthe impacts ofscience

Research:InformationliteracyLP:Knowledgeable,Inquirer.

1- Living organisms in their natural habitat. 2- Foodchains and food webs. 3- How energy is passed fromone organism to another through food chains and foodweb.4- Energy losses can help improve the efficiency ofproducing food by agriculture. 5- How carbon, waterand nitrogen are recycled in ecosystems.6- Factorsthat affect the size of population of organisms,including humans.


SCIENCESCells andCellmovement10 sessions@ 40 min.


Fairness andDevelopment

Exploration-Functions of acell and itscontribution infunctioning oflife

Specific formsrelated tospecializedfunctions ofsystems resultinto fairnessanddevelopment.

Objective A :Knowing andunderstandingObjective B:Inquiring anddesigning.Objective C:Processingand evaluating.

Communication

LP:Communicator

1- Plant and animal cells - similarities and differences.2- Cells contain different structures and organelles withspecialized functions including: nucleus, cellmembrane, cell wall, chloroplast, vacuole,mitochondria, and cytoplasm. 3- Cells may bespecialized for specific functions (for example, leaf cell,root hair cell, sperm cell, red blood cell). 4- Cell mustcarry out all of the basic functions of life. The cellmembrane regulates the flow of substances into andout of the cell. The surface area of the cell limits theamount of substances that can flow into and out of thecell. 5- The transport of substances into and out ofcells during diffusion and osmosis is based on aconcentration gradient.

Reproduction30 sessions@ 40 min.

Change Balance Personal andculturalexpressionExploration-Socialconstructionsof reality andways of life.

Changes shouldbe balanced tohelp the ways inwhich weexpress ourculture, valuesand beliefs.

Objective A :Knowing andunderstanding

Self-management:AffectiveEmotionalManagementLP: Balanced,Caring

1- Life cycle involving sexual reproduction using theexamples of a human and a flowering plant. 2-Lifecycle involving both asexual and sexual reproductionfor example, an aphid and coral. 3- Structure of aninsect-pollinated flower. 4-Process of pollination,fertilization, seed and fruit formation and dispersal.5- Label a diagram of the human male and femalereproductive organs. 6- Role of hormones duringpuberty.7- Mechanism of fertilization, copulation,gestation and lactation. 8- Sexually transmitteddiseases- Causes and prevention.


SCIENCESMYP 4- CHEMISTRY

MYP YEAR 4 INTEGRATED SCIENCES (DRAWN FROM CHEMISTRY)Unit title Key


Global context Statement ofinquiry

objective(s) ATL skills andLearnerProfiles


The particulatenature ofmatter andExperimentaltechniques20 sessions @40min.

Change TransferPattern

Scientific andtechnicalinnovationExploration –Processes forobtaining purechemical products

Scientific andtechnicalinnovations havebeen observedas a result of thechange of patternin the transfersrelated toproducts andhence processesand solutions.

ObjectiveB:Inquiring anddesigningObjective CProcessingandevaluating

Thinking:CriticalCreativeResearch:Informationliteracy

L P- Thinker,Inquirer,Knowledgeable

1- Properties of solids,liquids and gases.2-Changesof state.3- Atom, molecule and ion. 4- Diffusion 5-The particle theory. 6- Appropriate apparatus forthe measurement. 7- Paper chromatography. 8-The importance of purity in substances for use ineveryday life, e.g. in the manufacture ofcompounds to use in drugs and food additivesService as action: Testing the purity of water fromswimming pool and waste water treatment plantLearning outcomes: Collaborative working anddiscussion and evaluation of the results.

Atoms,elements andcompounds;The periodictable15 sessions@ 40 min

Relationship ChangePattern

Orientation in timeand spaceExploration - Theexchange andinteraction ofelectrons leads tothe formation ofcompounds.

An exchange andinteraction in therelationship leadsto the change inthe patternoriented in spacewith time.


Thinking:Critical, CreativeResearch:InformationliteracyLP-- Thinker,Knowledgeable,Reflective

1- Physical and chemical changes.2- Elements, mixtures and compounds3- Metals and non-metals4- Solvent, solute, solution and concentration5- Structure of an atom6- Electronic structures7- Proton number, 8- Nucleon number, 9 Isotopes

Stoichiometry10 sessions@ 40 min

Systems BalanceTransfer

Orientation in timeand spaceExploration-Desired amount ofproduct is due tointeractionbetween thereactants.

A balancedsystem can beestablished bythe transfer,exchange andinteractionoriented in spacewith respect totime.


Thinking:CriticalTransferSelf-

management:OrganizationLearner Profile:Thinker,Knowledgeable,Reflective

1- Chemical equations2- Balancing a chemical equation3- The mole concept4- Calculating the limiting and excess reactants.

ElectricityandChemistry;Metals15 sessions@ 40 min.

Systems MovementEnergy

Scientific andtechnicalinnovationExploration - Theelectrolysisprocess of asolution is methodto obtain pureproduct.

Movement of flowof energy insystems can bestudied bycarrying out aninnovation in thescientific andtechnicalprocesses to

Objective B:Inquiring anddesigningObjective C:ProcessingandevaluatingObjective D:

Thinking:Critical, creativeSocial-CollaborativeLearner Profile:Inquirer, Open-minded,Communicator,Reflective

1- Electrolysis 2- The terms electrode, electrolyte,anode and cathode.3- The electrode products,using inert electrodes, in the electrolysis.4- Theproducts of electrolysis to the electrolyte andelectrodes used5- Refining of copper 6- Electroplating of metals7- Extraction of aluminium by electrolysis method8- Reactivity series, Extraction of iron and zinc byreduction method 9- Uses of metals


SCIENCESobtain thesolution for thedesired products

Reflecting onthe impactsof science

Chemicalenergetics10 sessions@ 40 min

Change EnergyTransfer

Scientific andtechnicalinnovationExploration - Theenergetics of asystem can bestudied usingmodels, daigramsand methods

Changes thatoccur in differentsystems due tothe transfer ofenergy can bescientifically andtechnicallyexplained usingmodels andinnovativemethods.


Thinking:CriticalResearch:InformationliteracyLearner Profile:Thinker,Knowledgeable,Reflective

1- Energetics of a reaction2- Exothermic and endothermic changes related tochange in temperature and energy

Chemicalreactions10 sessions@ 40 min.

Change ConditionsConsequences

Scientific andtechnicalinnovationExploration - Theamount of productdepends onprocesses andsolutions

A change in thescientific andtechnicalinnovations in theprocesses undervariousconditions andconsequencesleads to thedesired solutionsand products


Objective C:Processingandevaluating

Thinking: CriticalCreativeResearch:InformationliteracyLearner Profile:Inquirer, Open-minded, thinker

1- Rate of reaction2- Collision Theory3- Factors influencing rate of reaction:-concentration, surface area or particle size,temperature and catalysts.• Redox reactions (oxidation and reduction)

MYP YEAR 4 INTEGRATED SCIENCES (DRAWN FROM PHYSICS)

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Motion30 sessions@ 40 min.

Relationships

MovementsConsequences

Scientific andtechnicalinnovationExploration-Products,processes andsolutions.

Relationshipbetween movementand itsconsequences haveresulted in scientificand technicalinnovation.

Objective B:Inquiring andDesigningObjective C:Processing

Thinking SkillsSocial SkillsLearner Profile- Thinker ,

1-Length and Time,2-Speed, Graphs of speed-time and distance -time,3-Mass and Weight,4-Density,5-Forces and their effects, Turning effects,6-Centre of Mass,


SCIENCESandEvaluating.

InquirerCommunicator

7-Pressure, Work, energy and power, Energyresources.IDU - Physics + Physical and Health education

Service as Action - "Investigating Speed."Learning Outcomes- developing new skills,working in collaboration.Connections With Math - Graphs

ThermalPhysics30 sessions@ 40 min.

Change Energy,Transformation

Globalizationandsustainability.Exploration -Human impacton theenvironment

Transformation ofenergy brings forthchange resulting inHuman Impactaffectingglobalization andsustainability.

Objective A: KnowledgeandUnderstandingObjective DReflecting onthe impactsof science

CommunicationSkillsResearch SkillsLearner Profile- Communicator,Reflective.

1-Simple kinetic model of matter,2-Pressure and volume changes for a gas,3-Matter and thermal properties,4-Measuring temperature,5-Modes of heat transfer,6-Consequences of Heat Transfer.Service as Action - Essay writing on “Implicationsof Global warming and the need to developalternate sources of energy."Learning Outcomes - developing new skills,international-mindedness through globalengagement.Connections with Language and Mathematics.

Waves20 sessions@ 40 min.

Systems Interaction,energy

Orientation inspace andtime.Exploration -Exchange andInteraction

Exchange of energybetween systemsresult in theorientation ofparticles in spaceand time.

Objective B:Inquiring andDesigningObjective C:ProcessingandEvaluating.

Thinking SkillsSocial SkillsLearner Profile- Thinker ,InquirerCommunicator

1-General wave properties, 2- reflection, refraction,3-Converging lens, 4-electromagnetic spectrum,5-Sound,Service as Action - "Investigating WavePhenomena".Learning Outcomes- becoming aware of strength

and areas of growth, developing new skills, workingin collaboration, persevere in action.Connections With Mathematics in numericaland Biology - impacts of sound waves.


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Transport andRespiration inhumans20 sessions @40 min

Systems FunctionInteraction

Identities andrelationshipsExploration-Life style Choices

The systemsinteract incoordination tosupport thecommon functionfor maintaining aperson’s health.


Objective C:Processing andevaluating

Social:CollaborationThinking:CriticalLP: Open-minded, Thinker,Inquirer

1- Structure and functioning of heart and bloodvessels2- Blood components3- Transport of substances4- Types of heart diseases5- Structure and functioning of organs ofrespiratory systems6- Breathing movements7- Types of respiration8- Exchange of gases.9- Different types of respiratory diseasescaused because of smokingConnections: (Data and graphs)Mathematics

Nervoussystem andhormones20 sessions @40 min

Systems InteractionFunction

Identities andrelationshipsExploration-Physical,Psychological andsocialdevelopment;transitions

The systemsinteract incoordination tosupport thecommon functionfor maintaining aperson’s health.


Communication

LP:Communicator

1- The human nervous system- structure ofneurons2- Function of receptors and effectors3- The endocrine system- glands and hormonessecreted from these glands4- Co-ordination and response in plants

Genetics20 sessions @40 min

Relationships

ChangePatterns

Orientation inspace and timeExploration-Evolution,Constraints andadaptation

The evolution ofgenetic material isrelated toinherited traits andshows patterns.


Thinking:Critical

LP: Thinker

1- Chromosomes2- Cell division3- Inheritance of sex in humans4- Monohybrid Inheritance5- Variation and Selection

Humaninfluence ontheenvironment.20 sessions @40 min

Relationships

ConsequenceInteractions

Globalization andsustainabilityExploration-Human impact onthe environment

The impact ofdecision makingon humankind andthe environmentaffects therelationshipbetween them.

Objective DReflecting onimpacts ofscience.

Research:InformationliteracyLP: Inquirer,Knowledgeable

1- Using up resources2- Polluting the air and land3- Pesticides in food chains4- Pollution of rivers and seas5- Deforestation6- The greenhouse effect7- Indicators of pollution8- Conservation


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Acids, basesand salts20 sessions@ 40 min.

Relationships Evidence Identities andrelationshipsExploration -Neutralizationreaction is theresult of thetransitionbetween the acidand basemolecules.

Identities ofindividuals can beexplored withrespect torelationships thatare evident withhealthy transitions.


Objective C:Processingandevaluating

Thinking:CriticalCreativeResearch:InformationliteracyLearner Profile:Inquirer, Open-minded, thinker

1- The characteristic properties of acids andbases2- Types of oxides3- Preparation of salts4- Identification of ions and gases

Making ofChemicalcompounds:Sulphur andCarbonates


Systems ConsequencesConditions

Globalization andsustainabilityExploration -The commonlyused acids andcarbonates areinterconnectedby the use ofdifferent catalystto increase thespeed of reaction

Commonality anddiversity in asystem areinterconnecteddepending uponthe conditions andconsequences thatcan sustainglobally.


Thinking:Critical

Learner Profile:Thinker,Knowledgeableand Reflective

1- Uses of sulphur2- Manufacture of sulphuric acid3- Properties of sulphuric acid4- Manufacture of lime from limestone5- Uses of lime6- Uses of limestone

Organicchemistry25 sessions@ 40 min.

Systems Interaction Globalization andsustainabilityExploration -The extensiveconsumption ofnon-renewablenatural resourcesmay lead to it

A system canglobally sustain asa result of theinteraction betweenconsumption andconservation ofnatural resources


Thinking:Critical

Learner Profile:Thinker,Knowledgeableand Reflective

1- Names of compounds2- Fuels3- Homologous series4- Structures of methane, ethane, ethene andethanol.5- Structures of the unbranched alkanes andalkenes. 6- Properties of alkanes, alkenes andalcohols. 7- Macromolecules. a. Syntheticpolymers. b. Natural polymers

Air andwater15 sessions@ 40 min.

Systems TransferBalance

Globalization andsustainabilityExploration-Pollutants thatcause an impacton theenvironment

The human impacton the environmentor the systems isdue to transferwhich does notsustain its balanceglobally

Objective D :Reflecting onthe impacts ofscience

Thinking:Critical Social:Collaborative

Learner Profile:Communicator,Open-minded,reflective

1- Chemical test for water2- Water treatment by filtration and chlorination3- Composition of air , 4- Air pollutants5- Formation of carbon dioxide6- Manufacture of ammonia by Haber process7- Rusting of iron8- Fertilizers


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ElectricityandMagnetism25 sessions@ 40 min.

Change EnvironmentConsequences

Globalizationandsustainability.Area ofExploration -Human impacton theenvironment

Increasing electricalenergy productionto meet the needsof an expandingglobal populationcan haveenvironmentalconsequences.

Objective B:Inquiring andDesigningObjective C :ProcessingandEvaluating.Objective DReflecting onthe impacts ofscience

Self-management :ResearchInformationliteracyLearner Profile-Inquirer,Knowledgeable,Principled,Reflective

1-Phenomenon of Magnetism, 2-Electricalquantities like charge, current, potentialdifference ,e.m.f, resistance, 3-Circuit diagrams,series and parallel circuits, 4-Dangers ofelectricity.Service as Action - Writing a report on the fieldtrip "Visit to the electrical cable plant”. Activity on“Investigating Magnetism and Electricity".Learning Outcomes - developing new skills,working in collaboration, develop internationalmindedness through global engagement.Connections With Language, Mathematics andBusiness studies.

Electro-MagneticEffects25 sessions@ 40 min.

Change EnvironmentConsequences

Globalizationandsustainability.Area ofExploration -Human impacton theenvironment

Increasing electricalenergy productionto meet the needsof an expandingglobal populationcan haveenvironmentalconsequences.

Objective DReflecting onthe impacts ofscience

Self-management:ResearchInformationliteracyLearner Profile-Inquirer,Reflective,Principled.

1-Magnetic effects of electric current,2-Force on current carrying conductor,3-d.c motor, 4-electromagnetic induction, 5-a.c.generator, 6-Transformers.Service as Action - Preparing and presenting a

PowerPoint presentation on the topic "Do highvoltage transmission lines cause health risks?"Learning Outcomes - developing new skills,working in collaboration, develop internationalmindedness.Connections With ICT, Language and Businessstudies.

AtomicPhysics30 sessions@ 40 min.

Relationships Consequences,Energy,Evidence

Scientific andTechnicalinnovation.Area ofExploration -Consequencesandresponsibility

Technologicaladvances likenuclear energyaffect therelationshipbetween humansand the naturalenvironment.

Objective A :KnowledgeandUnderstanding

CommunicationSkillsThinking SkillsLearner Profile- Communicator,Knowledgeable.

1-The Nuclear Atom,2-Radioactivity, radiations and their

characteristics, 3- detection of radiations,4- radioactive decay and half-life,5- Safety Precautions while radioactive elements/compounds in use and their disposal.Service as Action - Classroom Discussion on"Radiations, their characteristics and effects."Learning Outcomes - discuss and evaluateactivities, developing new skills, developinternational mindedness.Connections with Biology and Chemistry.

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