Science & Technology�Long Range Planning
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Gr 1 - 6
~ fostering hope and optimism ~
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created Summer 2023
Rationale for this Resource Package
“May our struggles and our concern for this planet never take away the joy of our hope.”
- Pope Francis, Laudato si
The intent of these materials is to provide a planning framework for teaching Science & Technology, Grades 1-6. Supporting Indigenous perspectives, the materials are guided by the four seasons and special yearly events (i.e., Science & Environmental days of significance).
This framework is not intended to be a complete program. Instead, it brings together a ‘buffet’ of curated information and resources to choose from. Teachers are encouraged to rearrange, adapt and contribute their own activities that align with student inquiries and experiences in their own classroom. Teachers are also encouraged to adapt materials and take advantage of cross curricular links.�
Many of the materials found here are adapted from long range plans created by SciTech Ontario.
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Introduction of Ideas
Instructional Practices
Two-Eyed Seeing
Deep Learning
SDGs
Sept Best Practice
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What is Two-Eyed Seeing?
Two-Eyed Seeing
Science is a type of knowledge that is organized in the form of testable explanations and predictions. From this perspective, we are separate from our environment and, therefore, observable from the outside. | Indigenous Knowledge comes from having a deep understanding and relationship with the natural world. Rather than being separate from our environment, we are intertwined and everything operates as a whole. |
Have you ever had two different feelings at the same time? What does it mean to walk together in a good way? What does it look like, sound like, feel like?
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Deep Learning
Deep Learning
The OCSB continues to highlight Deep Learning. We can see many ways to embed themes of Be Community, Be Well and Be Innovative as students work through the newly revised science curriculum collectively addressing real-world issues, such as environmental stewardship - a common topic across the grade levels. Aligned with the Board spiritual theme, "Gratitude, Rooted in Joy, Fills us with Hope," we have the privilege of examining science through a lens of hope. We encourage you to guide your students through Deep Learning opportunities that not only nurture a sense of wonder, purpose and optimism but empowers them to become active participants in shaping a sustainable future. Let's instill in our students the belief that their actions, driven by scientific understanding, can make a meaningful and positive impact on the world around them.
The following links support Deep Learning Inquiries
→ Check out Ministry Transferable skills similar to 6 Competencies
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Ontario Transferable Skills vs 6Cs
Ontario Transferable Skills vs 6 C’s
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The curriculum identifies 3 transferable skills for every overall expectations. These skills correlate with the 6 Cs.
The next slide shows how the 6 Cs are related
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Deep Learning Competencies according to Strands
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Sustainable Development Goals
The Global Goals, also referred to as the Sustainable Development Goals, provide an easy entry point for teachers to further their students learning in the 6 Global Competencies of Deep Learning. Critical thinking and problem solving, collaborating with peers to address issues are just some of the skills that come to the forefront when exploring the SDGs. The SDGs are also a fantastic way to launch an inquiry in your classroom. Some schools will select an SDG to focus on collectively, while other teachers enjoy a classroom-specific focus that is near-and-dear to the hearts of their students. The following links provide a starting point for instruction about the SDGs:
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September
Best Practices
Establishing an experiential science classroom in September can create a dynamic and engaging learning environment.
Here are some tips to consider:
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Grade Level Materials
The materials for each grade consist of three parts: a suggested planning wheel based on the seasons, a checklist of curriculum expectations, and a long range table of recommended resources.
The wheel holds Global Competencies in the heart of the circle as Deep Learning inquiries provide authentic learning opportunities. While all strands should be taught throughout the year, the wheel identifies 2 strands per term as possible heavy studies. STEM skills and connections should be integrated throughout all strands giving students ample opportunities to work through the design-thinking process.
The curriculum checklist will assist teachers through the assessment and evaluation process. The long range table suggests activities and resources for all five strands throughout the seasons to encourage spiralling over the course of the school year. This table is a working document as resources may be added or removed over time.
This plans were created in collaboration with the Indigenous Learning Ed team and has been submitted for final approval and revision by community.
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This plan was created in collaboration with the Indigenous Learning Ed team and has been submitted for final approval and revision by community.
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This plan was created in collaboration with the Indigenous Learning Ed team and has been submitted for final approval and revision by community.
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This plan was created in collaboration with the Indigenous Learning Ed team and has been submitted for final approval and revision by community.
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Grade 4
This plan was created in collaboration with the Indigenous Learning Ed team and has been submitted for final approval and revision by community.
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Grade 5
This plan was created in collaboration with the Indigenous Learning Ed team and has been submitted for final approval and revision by community.
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Grade 6
This plan was created in collaboration with the Indigenous Learning Ed team and has been submitted for final approval and revision by community.
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Planning for combined grades is always tricky.
For each combined grade, there are two slides offering a suggested outline based on the four seasons and the big ideas from each strand. This combined grade outline follows the suggested time frames from the path of one of the grades. Resources from the other grade may not align with this suggested path and may need to be used in a different order. Sample guiding questions may assist teachers of combined grades when beginning a new inquiry. Of course, teachers are to use their professional judgement as to which strands and expectations are best combined in their own classrooms.
Teachers may appreciate collaborating with grade-level partners to share resources, strategies and explore ways to collectively enhance the learning experience for all students.
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Guiding Qs
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Grade 1/2
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This combined grade plan follows the suggested time frames from the grade 1 path. Resources from the grade 2 table may not align and can be used in a different order. To support both grades, see the guiding questions on next slide.
Choose resources from each grade:
This plan was created in collaboration with the Indigenous Learning Ed team and has been submitted for final approval and revision by community.
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Sample Guiding Questions:
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Grade 2/3
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This combined grade plan follows the suggested time frames from the grade 2 path. Resources from the grade 3 table may not align and can be used in a different order. To support both grades, see the guiding questions on next slide.
Choose resources from each grade:
This plan was created in collaboration with the Indigenous Learning Ed team and has been submitted for final approval and revision by community.
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Grade 3/4
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This combined grade plan follows the suggested time frames from the grade 4 path. Resources from the grade 3 table may not align and can be used in a different order. To support both grades, see the guiding questions on next slide.
Choose resources from each grade:
Grade 3 Long Range Table of Resources
Grade 4 Long Range Table of Resources
Combined Grades 3 and 4 Science & Tech Curriculum Support Document
This plan was created in collaboration with the Indigenous Learning Ed team and has been submitted for final approval and revision by community.
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This combined grade plan follows the suggested time frames from the grade 4 path. Resources from the grade 5 table may not align and can be used in a different order. To support both grades, see the guiding questions on next slide.
Choose resources from each grade:
Grade 4 Long Range Table of Resources
Grade 5 Long Range Table of Resources
Combined Grades 4 and 5 Science & Tech Curriculum Support Document
This plan was created in collaboration with the Indigenous Learning Ed team and has been submitted for final approval and revision by community.
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Grade 5/6
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This combined grade plan follows the suggested time frames from the grade 6 path. Resources from the grade 5 table may not align and can be used in a different order. To support both grades, see the guiding questions on next slide.
Choose resources from each grade:
Grade 5 Long Range Table of Resources
Grade 6 Long Range Table of Resources
Combined Grades 5 and 6 Science & Tech Curriculum Support Document
This plan was created in collaboration with the Indigenous Learning Ed team and has been submitted for final approval and revision by community.
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Thank you Writers!
Jackie Mason
Maria Knowles
Teddy Charles
Jodie O’Halloran
Jacqueline Lawlor
Christine Marshall
Yolanta Krawiecki
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