Science and Technology

The overall goal of the Fei Tian middle school science program is to develop scientifically literate individuals. Students develop their analytical and reasoning skills, as they make hypotheses, conduct experiments, record observations, draw conclusions, and present findings. Class discussions, debates, oral reports, and lab and research projects further facilitate the mastery of content and the development of skills. The integration of environmental studies into course work helps students understand the role of science in dealing with social as well as technological changes facing the world.

Life Science

For part of each year in middle school, students study different aspects of life science. The coursework covers living things and cells, plants, animals, and teh environment. Students gain knowledge about many of the concepts related to these topics. A special emphasis is placed on the investigative nature of science and the connection of subject matter to students’ life experiences.

Earth Science

Seventh graders study earth science, focusing on astronomy, environmental science and geology. In the astronomy component, students will expand their perceptions of the world, looking beyond the Earth’s formation to learn about the relationship between the Earth, the Sun and other planets, and the history of space travel and moon exploration. Students will also study natural resources, air and water pollution, and the environment. In geology, students study rocks, landforms, erosion, deposition, rivers, and glaciers.

Physical Science

Each year of the middle school curriculum contains a physical and chemical science component. Students explore the physical and chemical properties of matter, energy, electricity and magnetism, natural resources, and nuclear science. They develop deductive and inductive reasoning skills and an appreciation of the importance of examining and recording data. Laboratory investigations and model-making activities will challenge and develop students’ thinking and reasoning skills.

Technology

Students learn the application of science through observations of how things around them work. They will also survey popular technologies essential to the everyday lives of modern people, with an emphasis on computer and information technology.