Level 1 Future Problem Solving
Option Description
Teacher in Charge: Mrs F. Booker.
Future Problem Solving involves involves investigating, researching and taking action to solve problems at a personal and societal level. This involves the continued development of Edge capabilities including character, citizenship, critical thinking and communication. Throughout this course students will build their understanding and skills in biology, chemistry and physics. Students will sit a personalised combination of assessments depending on their interests totalling a minimum of 14 credits. Any students wishing to take a Level 2 science course will be supported to sit the relevant external assessment.
Recommended Prior Learning
Year 10 EDGE Innovation
Pathway
Assessment Information
Assessments will be determined as part of the consultation with students. Each course will typically offer 10-15 credits at level 1 (or level 2).Credit Information
You will be assessed in this course through all or a selection of the standards listed below.
This option is eligible for course endorsement.
External
NZQA Info
Biology 2.6 - Investigate a pattern in an ecological community, with supervision
NZQA Info
Science 1.2 - Demonstrate understanding of the use of a range of scientific investigative approaches in a context
NZQA Info
Science 1.4 - Demonstrate understanding of science-related claims in communicated information
Disclaimer
NCEA Levels 1, 2 & 3 courses will be made up of a selection of the stated standards. This will happen at the beginning of the year with the assigned teacher.