CURRICULUM MYP Year 2 Science & Math

MYP Yr 2 | Mathematics | Course Overview

The five branches of mathematical study - number, algebra, geometry, statistics and probability and discrete mathematics - form the basis of what is to be studied in this course. Students will be expected to master basic concepts as well as develop skills such as problem solving, pattern recognition and generalizations, communication and reflection to help them apply classroom learning to the real life situations.

Current Unit

Unit title: Algebra
AOI focus: Human Ingenuity
Unit question: How do we use language?
Indicative timing: 6 weeks
Assessment criteria: B – Investigating Patterns, D – Reflection in Mathematics.
Indication of summative assessment: Algebra storybook
Date of entry: 22 February 2010

MYP Yr 2 | Science | Course Overview

Current Unit

Unit 3 title: Human body systems
AOI focus: Health & Social Education
Unit Question: What is a body for life?
Indicative timing: 9 weeks
Assessment criteria: C – Knowledge & Understanding of Science, D – Scientific Inquiry, E – Processing Data, F – Attitudes in Science
Indication of summative assessment: 'Food Testing' (Using various tests to test for nutrients), 'Enzymes' (To test enzyme action under various temperatures)
Date of entry: May 2010

Science- Energy

8JLI

8MLE