How the World Works
Start Date: 11/12/2018
End Date: 12/21/2018
Theme:
An inquiry into the natural world and its laws; the interaction between the natural world (physical and biological) the human societies; how humans use their understanding of scientific principles; the impact of scientific and technological advances on society and on the environment.
Central Idea:
Energy is all around
Lines of Inquiry:
- Different forms of energy.
- Process of transferring energy.
- Conservation of energy and our responsibility.
Key Concepts:
Form, Function, Responsibility
Related Concept:
Efficiency
Approaches to Learning Skills:
Thinking Skills: Acquisition of Knowledge, Analysis, Application
Research Skills: Formulate questions, planning, presenting research findings
Learner Profile:
Thinker, Inquirer
Supporting Attitudes:
Independence, Respect
Single Subject Collaboration:
Chinese World Language
Music
Art
P.E. (deep collaboration)
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Who We Are
Start Date: 1/8/2019
End Date: 2/15/2019
Theme:
An inquiry into the nature of self; beliefs and values; personal, physical, mental, social and spiritual health; human relationships include families, friends, communities and cultures; rights and responsibilities; what it means to be human.
Central Idea:
Conflicts in beliefs can alter world.
Lines of Inquiry:
- Significance of beliefs and values.
- Problems that lead to conflict and war.
- How conflict affects people groups and boundaries.
Key Concepts:
Perspective, Function, Responsibility, Reflection
Related Concept:
Prejudice
Approaches to Learning Skills:
Social Skills: Respect, cooperating, resolving conflict, group decision making
Communication Skills: Speaking, writing
Learner Profile:
Reflective, Caring
Supporting Attitudes:
Empathy, Appreciation
Single Subject Collaboration:
Chinese World Language (deep collaboration)
Music
Art
P.E.
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Where We Are in Place & Time
Start Date: 10/8/2018
End Date: 11/9/2018
Theme:
An inquiry into the orientation in place and time, personal histories; homes and journeys; the discoveries, explorations, migrations of humankind; the interconnectedness of individuals and civilizations from local and global perspectives.
Central Idea:
Movement is caused by interior and exterior forces.
Lines of Inquiry:
- Physical features, location and how those affect migration.
- Reasons people move.
- Rewards and consequences of migrating.
Key Concepts:
Causation, Perspective, Connection
Related Concept:
Interdependence
Approaches to Learning Skills:
Research Skills: Formulating questions, collecting data, organizing data and presenting findings.
Learner Profile:
Open-minded
Supporting Attitudes:
Tolerance, Respect
Single Subject Collaboration:
Chinese World Language (deep collaboration)
Music
Art
P.E.
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How We Organize Ourselves
Start Date: 2/18/2019
End Date: 4/5/2019
Theme:
An inquiry into the interconnectedness of human made systems and communities; the structure and function of organizations; societal decision-making; economic activities and their impact on humankind and the environment.
Central Idea:
Systems are used to establish structure in societies.
Lines of Inquiry:
- Types of governments and how they operate.
- Historical events and people who shape the society we live in.
- The relationship between past and present people and events.
Key Concepts:
Causation, Change, Connection
Related Concept:
Transformation
Approaches to Learning Skills:
Research Skills: Formulating questions, collecting data, interpreting data
Learner Profile:
Knowledgeable
Supporting Attitudes:
Curiosity, Integrity
Single Subject Collaboration:
Chinese World Language (deep collaboration)
Music
Art
P.E.
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Sharing the Planet
Start Date: 4/8/2019
End Date: 5/31/2019
Theme:
An inquiry into the rights and responsibilities in the struggle to share finite resources with other people and with other living things; communities and the relationships within and between them; access to equal opportunities; peace and conflict resolution.
Central Idea:
Man-made and natural systems interact and have an impact on one another.
Lines of Inquiry:
- Components of man-made and natural systems.
- Cycles in an ecosystem and how they interact.
- The effect of adding or removing components in a system.
Key Concepts:
Form, Function, Change
Related Concept:
Cycles
Approaches to Learning Skills:
Research Skills: Observe, record data
Learner Profile:
Inquirer, Balanced
Supporting Attitudes:
Commitment, Cooperation
Single Subject Collaboration:
Chinese World Language (deep collaboration)
Music
Art
PE
Collaborate all year in each unit.
Sharing the Planet
Start Date: 4/8/2019
End Date: 5/31/2019
Theme:
An inquiry into the rights and responsibilities in the struggle to share finite resources with other people and with other living things; communities and the relationships within and between them; access to equal opportunities; peace and conflict resolution.
Central Idea:
Man-made and natural systems interact and have an impact on one another.
Lines of Inquiry:
- Components of man-made and natural systems.
- Cycles in an ecosystem and how they interact.
- The effect of adding or removing components in a system.
Key Concepts:
Form, Function, Change
Related Concepts:
Cycles
Approaches to Learning Skills:
Research Skills: Observe, record data
Learner Profile:
Inquirer, Balanced
Supporting Attitudes:
Commitment, Cooperation
Single Subject Collaboration:
Chinese World Language
Music
Art (deep collaboration)
PE
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How We Express Ourselves
Start Date: 8/27/2018
End Date: 10/5/2018
Theme:
An inquiry into the ways in which we discover and express ideas, feelings, nature, culture, beliefs and values; the ways in which we reflect on, extend and enjoy our creativity; our appreciation of the aesthetic.
Central Idea:
Humans use written language to express themselves.
Lines of Inquiry:
- How people express themselves through different forms of communication.
- How language has evolved over time.
- Various forms of language around the world.
Key Concepts:
Form, Function, Connection
Related Concept:
networks
Approaches to Learning Skills:
Communication Skills: Speaking, Writing
Learner Profile:
Risk-taker, Reflective
Supporting Attitudes:
Creativity
Single Subject Collaboration:
Chinese World Language (deep collaboration)
Music (deep collaboration)
Art
PE
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