Program of Inquiry - Year 6
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Units of Inquiry
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Who we are
An inquiry into the nature of the self; beliefs and values; personal, physical, mental, social and spiritual health; human relationships including families, friends, communities, and cultures; rights and responsibilities; what it means to be human.
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Where we are in place and time
An inquiry into orientation in place and time; personal histories; homes and journeys; the discoveries, explorations and migrations of humankind; the relationships between and the interconnectedness of individuals and civilizations; from local and global perspectives.
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How we express ourselves
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.
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How the world works
An inquiry into the nature world and its laws; the interaction between the natural world (physical and biological) and human societies; how humans use their understanding of scientific principles; the impact of scientific and technological advances on society and on the environment.
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How we organize ourselves
An inquiry into the interconnectedness of human-made-systems and communities; the structure and function of organizations; social decision-making; economic activities and their impact on humankind and the environment.
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Sharing the planet
An inquiry into 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.
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Year 6
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Central Idea
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Cooperative and purposeful teamwork enables and empowers people to improve their lives and their communities.
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Discovery and exploration continues to impact on our world and changes conventional knowledge.
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Peoples outward appearance can lead to perceptions and misconceptions
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Powerful natural forces interact to shape our earth
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Communities need connecting systems to be successful.
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Conflict affects the way people behave and has an impact on the lives of others
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Lines of inquiry
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Ø The needs within a community.
Ø Sustainable community action
Ø Effective teamwork
( Exhibition)
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Ø Important explorations and discoveries throughout time.
Ø The positive and negative consequences of discovery and exploration.
Ø How the world has changed due to discoveries and explorations
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Ø Personal adornments, clothing and identity
Ø Reasons for what people wear
Ø Impact of first impressions
Ø Countering misconceptions
(Unit under review)
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Ø What are the scientific principles of forces? (Function)
Ø The impact of forces on our Earth.
Ø How the principles of Science and Technology are used to change the impact of natural forces.
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Ø Responsibilities of citizens within a community
Ø Systems that drive a community
Ø The effect of one system on another
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Ø Causes of conflict
Ø Effects of conflict in history and the present day- personal, national & international
Ø Resolution of conflict
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Key Concepts
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All key concepts
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Causation
Perspective
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Function
Perspective
Reflection
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Function
Causation
Connection
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Connection
Responsibility
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Perspective
Causation
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Related concepts
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Cooperation
Citizenship
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Exploration
History
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Physics
Technological Advances
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Systems
Relationships
Networks
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Conflict
Diversity
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Learner Profile Focus
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All learner profile
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Inquirers Knowledgeable
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Communicators,
Risk takers
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Inquirers
Thinkers
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Principled
Knowledgeable
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Caring
Open minded
Principled
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Attitudes Focus
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All attitudes
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Confidence,
Curiosity,
Respect
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Creative,
Appreciation
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Curiosity,
Appreciation
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Enthusiasm
Cooperation
Integrity
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Tolerance
Respect
Empathy
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