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Categories: General Interest
This Science Spotlight highlights the work of Dr. Bill Morrison, a Professor of Biomechanics, and discusses how his Indigenous Knowledge is applicable in his field of study. This content is only available to... read moreCategories: General Interest
This Science Spotlight highlights the work of Hohepa Hei, Deputy Principal and Teacher of Science, Technology, Performing Arts and Careers, in Aotearoa, New Zealand, and discusses what inspired him to enter into the field of environmental science and teaching. This... read moreCategories: General Interest
This Science Spotlight highlights the work of Kiri Reihana Spraggs as a Kairangahau (M_ori scientist) and describes the importance of Indigenous knowledge in his chosen field. This content is only available to... read moreCategories: General Interest
This Science Spotlight highlights the work of Giidaakunadaad Nancy Rowe as a Consultant in the field of Environmental Science. It discusses how her Indigenous knowledge informs her work in environmental sustainability. This content is only available to... read moreCategories: General Interest, Lab/Student Activity
This series of case studies is fictional but will provide teachers and students with real world applications of the concepts prepared along with guiding questions for how to work through the situation. This document will also provide 10 quick guidelines to remember... read moreCategories: Lab/Student Activity, Lesson Plan
In this study students will look at how the change in climate is directly affecting the people and culture of the arctic. Students will examine information from Inuit organizations in Nunavut and make connections between western science and the connections that exist... read moreCategories: General Interest
This Expert Element on Inquiry is designed to support teachers in making the shift to teaching science through inquiry. Use this information to help direct your own learning and to enhance student learning through inquiry. This content is only available to... read moreCategories: Lab/Student Activity, Lesson Plan
Students choose a topic of interest that relates science they are studying to innovative or practical applications, recently published research, or potential future applications. They then prepare a multimedia presentation to present to the class of 3 to 5 minute... read moreCategories: Lab/Student Activity
This activity was developed for the Earth and Space Science strand (Earth’s Dynamic Climate) of the grade 10 Science, Applied course. It was designed to identify the principal components of Earth’s climate system (sun, oceans, atmosphere and topography of... read moreCategories: Lab/Student Activity, Lesson Plan
This is a cross-curricular project between Science and Geography that allows students the opportunity to explore, research, and ‘experience’ sustainability with a focus on water in their local and global community. It is suggested that this project be... read more