A word loop is a tool that helps students to clarify the relationship between words and terms, symbols, representations and definitions and how these contribute to a whole topic or concept.
Learn moreA graph is a representation; it represents and summarises information so that patterns and relationships can be identified. Understanding the conventions of constructing and using graphs is an important aspect of scientific literacy.
Learn moreSupport student development of vocabulary related to a particular topic, and provide a reference for class discussions.
Learn morePrimary Connections has developed an adaptation of the KWL chart. A TWLH chart is a learning tool used to elicit students’ prior knowledge by asking what students Think they know, determine questions students Want to know answers to, document what has been Learned, and How students know they’ve learned.
Learn moreA science journal is a record of observations, experiences and reflections. It contains a series of dated, chronological entries. It can include written text, drawings, measurements, labelled diagrams, photographs, tables and graphs.
Learn moreCreate a class glossary as a growing bank of descriptions to support students to understand and use new vocabulary.
Learn moreA design portfolio is a record of observations, experiences and reflections that provides evidence of the design process and insights of design thinking. It might include a series of dated entries, written text, drawings, sketches, labelled diagrams, graphic designs, photographs, tables and graphs. It includes the design brief and information to assist students to develop design criteria and to evaluate products.
Learn moreScientific inquiry and investigation are focused on and driven by questions.
Learn moreArgumentation is at the heart of what scientists do; they pose questions, make claims, collect evidence, debate with other scientists and compare their ideas with others in the field.
Learn moreStudents working in collaborative teams is a key principle of the Primary Connections approach.
Learn moreScientific investigations involve posing questions, testing predictions, collecting and interpreting evidence and, drawing conclusions and communicating findings. When scientists plan and conduct a fair test investigation it is to answer a question or test a prediction. Students emulate this in the classroom as they continue to develop their science inquiry skills.
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