Grade 8 Science and Technology
STEM Skills and Connections
A1. use a scientific research process, a scientific experimentation process, and an engineering design process to conduct investigations, following appropriate health and safety procedures
A2. use coding in investigations and to model concepts, and assess the impact of coding and of emerging technologies on everyday life and in STEM-related fields
A3. demonstrate an understanding of the practical applications of science and technology, and of contributions to science and technology from people with diverse lived experiences
Life Systems: Cells
B1. assess developments in cell biology and their impact on individuals, society, and the environment
B2. demonstrate an understanding of interactions between and among biotic and abiotic components in the environment
Matter and Energy: Fluids
C1. analyse uses of various technologies that rely on the properties of fluids, and assess the impact of these technologies on society and the environment
C2. demonstrate an understanding of basic fluid mechanics, including the properties and uses of fluids
Structures and Mechanisms: Systems in Action
D1. assess the social and environmental impacts of various systems, and evaluate improvements to the systems or alternative ways of meeting the same needs
D2. demonstrate an understanding of different types of systems and the factors that contribute to their safe and efficient operation
Earth and Space Systems: Water Systems
E1. assess the impact of human activities and technologies on the sustainability of water resources
E2. demonstrate an understanding of the characteristics of Earth’s water systems and of factors that affect these systems
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