Key Changes – Science and Technology, Grades 1–8 (2022)

• Goals of the Science and Technology Curriculum
• Nature of Science and Technology
• Roles and Responsibilities in the Science and Technology Program
  • Students
  • Parents
  • Teachers
  • Principals
  • Community Partners

• Preface
• Vision and Goals
• The Importance of STEM Education
• Curiosity and Wonder in Science and Technology

• The Program in Science and Technology
  • Curriculum Expectations
  • Strands in the Science and Technology Curriculum
  • The Skills Continua for Scientific Inquiry and Technological Problem Solving
  • Topics in Science and Technology

• The Program in Science and Technology
  • Curriculum Expectations
  • Teacher Supports
• Fundamental Concepts and “Big Ideas” in Science and Technology
• The Strands and Topics in the Science and Technology Curriculum
  • Strand A – STEM Skills and Connections
  • Strand B – Life Systems
  • Strand C – Matter and Energy
  • Strand D – Structures and Mechanisms
  • Strand E – Earth and Space Systems
  • Topics in Science and Technology
• Scientific and Engineering Design Processes
  • Scientific Processes
  • Engineering Design Process

• Instructional Approaches
• Health and Safety in Science and Technology Education
• Planning Science and Technology Programs for Students with Special Education Needs
• Program Considerations for English Language Learners
• Antidiscrimination Education in the Science and Technology Program
• The Role of Information and Communication Technology in Science and Technology Education
• The Role of the Library in Science and Technology Program
• Cross-Curricular and Integrated Learning
• Environmental Education
• Critical Thinking and Critical Literacy in Science and Technology
• Literacy and Numeracy in the Science and Technology Program
• Guidance in Science and Technology Education

Science and Technology content:

• Health and Safety in Science and Technology Education
• Coding and the Impact of Coding and Emerging Technologies
• Skilled Trades
• Climate Change
• Food Literacy

General “Program Planning” sections on the Curriculum and Resources website apply to all curriculum, including:

• Environmental Education
• Experiential Learning
• Human Rights, Equity, and Inclusive Education
• Indigenous Education
• Planning for English Language Learners
• Planning for Students with Special Education Needs
• Transferable Skills

• Basic Considerations
• The Achievement Chart for Science and Technology

• The Achievement Chart for Science and Technology