LibGuides: PYP Toorak Year 5: How the World Works: UOI How the World Works

Central Idea and Lines of Inquiry

Lines of Inquiry:

Scientific Method Explaination - Ducksters
This webpage explains what the scientific method is and a little bit about its history. It is a kids website and uses simple terminology.
Scientific Method Explaination - More Advanced Definition
This encyclopedia page includes more complex information about the scientific process. It is also created for student reading.

Different Branches of Science Introductory Video

Can you classify which branch of Science each of the below videos/experiments should be classified into?

Keywords to use when researching: scientific process, scientific method, innovation and scientists collaboration

William Kamkwamba- Windmill Bicycle Inventor
This Ted talk is led by William Kamkwamba. A boy who created a windmill by using spare parts such as a bicycle.
Use of Drones for Farming
This ABC video discusses the use of drones on farms. It unpacks this scientific advancement that is supporting farming communities.
Engineering a Reef
This is an illustrated narrative ebook that describes the engineering decisions made when building an artificial reef to slow coastal erosion issues encountered on the Gold Coast. It shows the creativity, innovation and community collaboration required, focusing on the value being an engineer brings to the individual and the local communities they serve.