Course Overview

MS: Science and Technology introduces middle school students to the connections between scientific principles and technological innovation. The course emphasizes inquiry, problem-solving, and real-world applications, encouraging students to explore how science drives technology and how technology, in turn, shapes our understanding of the world. Students engage in hands-on investigations, design challenges, and digital simulations that integrate concepts from physical, life, Earth, and environmental sciences.

Key Learning Focus

Students will:

• Explore the relationship between science, engineering, and technology.
• Investigate energy, forces, and motion through practical experiments.
• Examine the role of ecosystems, resources, and sustainability in human life.
• Study Earth systems, including weather, climate, and natural processes.
• Develop critical thinking and problem-solving skills through design and innovation challenges.
• Strengthen digital literacy by using technology as a tool for scientific exploration.

Instructional Approach

Instruction emphasizes interactive labs, project-based learning, and collaborative design tasks. Students apply the scientific method to real-world problems, use models to test ideas, and communicate their findings through multimedia and presentations.

Outcome

By the end of MS: Science and Technology, students will:

• Demonstrate an understanding of how science and technology intersect in everyday life.
• Apply inquiry and engineering practices to solve authentic problems.
• Use technology tools to collect, analyze, and present scientific data.
• Develop creativity, innovation, and collaboration skills.
• Be well-prepared for high school science courses, STEM pathways, and technology-focused studies.