Connected 2017 Level 3 - Mahi Tahi
In this Connected series there are four articles ("Pet Power"; "Testing the Waters"; "Captured in Ice"; "Building for the Future").
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The focus in this issue of Connected is on the Nature of Science strand of the curriculum and the science capability: engage with science.
Connected 2017 Level 3 - Mahi Tahi
At times, themes require the introduction of concepts that students at this curriculum level may not be able to fully understand. What matters at this stage is that students begin to develop understandings that they can grow over time.
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Resources in this issue of Connected
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Testing the Waters
How clean is the water in your river? Scientists are testing the health of the Maitai River. Find out what data they collect and what can be done to make our rivers cleaner and healthier for everyone.
1 of 4Pet Power
Humans and animals have a powerful bond. Some people think that this bond could have a positive effect on human health and behaviour. But what does the science say? Investigate the evidence for yourself.
2 of 4Captured in Ice
Nancy Bertler is a scientist who studies the ice.
3 of 4Building for the Future
The Samoan village of Sa’anapu is under threat from tsunamis, cyclones, and rising sea levels. To protect their village, the Council of Matai are working with an architect and scientist from New Zealand.
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