UAE Ministry of Education Grade 7 Science Curriculum

The Grade 7 Science curriculum in the UAE integrates Chemistry, Physics, and Biology. While some schools follow the Ministry of Education's Arabic curriculum with adaptations, others, particularly private schools, may adopt various international curricula such as the American or British systems. The curriculum emphasizes an inquiry-based approach, encouraging students to develop critical thinking, problem-solving, and analytical skills through scientific investigations and experiments. Students are also expected to develop a strong understanding of scientific concepts, principles, and theories, and apply this knowledge to real-world situations. Effective communication of scientific findings is also a key component of the curriculum.

GEMS World Academy Grade 7 Science Curriculum (Example)

GEMS World Academy's Grade 7 Science program provides a specific example of how the UAE curriculum can be implemented. Their program is structured around four main units:

• Evolution of Earth: This unit explores the Earth as a dynamic system, covering topics such as the atmosphere, greenhouse effect, climate change, plate tectonics, rock cycle, and biogeochemical cycles.
• Evolution of Life: This unit focuses on the principles of evolution, including genetic inheritance, biodiversity, natural selection, human evolution, animal behavior, and the role of bacteria and viruses.
• Evolution of the Universe: This unit explores the Earth's place in the universe, covering topics such as the solar system, galaxies, gravity, space exploration, and forces and motion.
• STEM Fair: This interdisciplinary unit allows students to apply the scientific method to a collaborative investigation, culminating in an exhibition of their work.

Assessment

Assessment in Grade 7 Science generally includes both formative and summative assessments. Formative assessments, such as class activities, homework, and quizzes, help teachers monitor student progress and adjust instruction. Summative assessments, such as investigations, presentations, and tests, evaluate students' understanding of key concepts and skills. The assessment criteria often align with the International Baccalaureate (IB) Middle Years Programme (MYP) framework, focusing on knowing and understanding, inquiring and designing, processing and evaluating, and reflecting on the impacts of science.

Other Schools and Curricula

Other schools in the UAE, such as GEMS Our Own English High School, Sharjah - Girls, also offer integrated science programs in Grade 7, covering Physics, Chemistry, and Biology. Some schools may follow the American curriculum, which includes topics such as forces and motion, structure of matter, and ecosystems.