Science Program

SCIENCE Program Competencies After undergoing four years of the Science Program, the secondary school student is expected to have developed the following competencies: 1. Demonstrate understanding of basic science concepts is such ways as 1.1 explaining natural phenomena occurring in one’s environment 1.2 identifying the scientific principles involved in a particular situation 1.3 applying science concepts and principles to a given situation 2.

Manifest scientific thinking in such ways as 2.1 2.2 2.3 2.4 2.5 2.6 2.7

identifying and formulating hypotheses designing simple experiments/investigations performing simple experiments/investigations with care and precision modifying the design of a simple experiment/investigation in as many ways as possible making and recording observations organizing data and indicating sources of errors inferring from a set of data and drawing conclusions

3. Communicate the content and application of science in such ways as 3.1 3.2 3.3 3.4 results,

using science terms appropriately and correctly translating relationship, trends and patterns of data into symbols, diagrams, tables and graphs and vice-versa using simple models to interpret data/observations stating clearly one’s hypothesis, procedures, observations, inferences and conclusions

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Demonstrate scientific values and desirable attitudes such as • •

honesty in gathering data open-mindedness

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curiosity about natural phenomena and technological advances patience, persistence and love for work recognition of the tentativeness of scientific findings awareness of the limitations of science respect for life cooperation in working with others appreciation of the unity, order and beauty of nature concern for the protection and conservation of the environment objectivity in making observations and inferences critical judgment resourcefulness

5. Appreciate science as a basis of technology and recognize the social implications of science in such ways as 5.1 5.2 5.3 utilizing

explaining the scientific principles in common devices and processes used at home and in the community applying science and technology to community needs, resources and goals to improve the quality of life appreciate the importance of entrepreneurial skills in scientific inventions for the economic development of the

country 5.4

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explaining some applications of science in areas like: • biotechnology (food production, genetic engineering, tissue culture) • personal and community health, nutrition and sanitation • agriculture and industry • medical science • environmental and population management • electronics and communication technology

Appreciate the outstanding contributions of scientists which have enhanced the quality of life and levels of thinking.

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