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Scientific Thinking in Real Life
Have you ever wondered how you can apply math and science skills to real life? Do you wish you could go beyond what you've learned in the classroom? This science course will advance your knowledge as we unpack some important scientific thinking skills using real-world examples. By completing this course, you will be better prepared to continue studying math and science at the high school level and beyond.
In this course, a collaboration between The University of Queensland and Brisbane Grammar School, we will cover key scientific concepts related to:
Measurement
Estimation
The validity of evidence
The difference between logic and opinion
Misconceptions
Modeling
Prediction
Extrapolation
Each concept will be explored through real world examples and problems that will help you visualize how math and science work in your life.
This course is ideal for high school students looking to challenge themselves and further develop an interest in math and science. It is also applicable to high school science teachers looking for additional materials for teaching.
What you'll learn
- When and how to ask important scientific questions
- To apply scientific thinking to real world scenarios
- To develop the essential skills for studying math and science at the high school level and beyond
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| Length | 8 weeks |
| Effort | 8 weeks, 2–4 hours per week |
| Starts | On Demand (Start anytime) |
| Cost | $59 |
| From | The University of Queensland, UQx via edX |
| Instructors | Noël Chan, Scott Jones, Derek McDowall, Anthony Mewing, Brisbane Grammar School, Lucas Rabenhorst |
| Download Videos | On all desktop and mobile devices |
| Language | English |
| Subjects | Mathematics Science |
| Tags | Math Physics Science |
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| Rating | Not enough ratings |
|---|---|
| Length | 8 weeks |
| Effort | 8 weeks, 2–4 hours per week |
| Starts | On Demand (Start anytime) |
| Cost | $59 |
| From | The University of Queensland, UQx via edX |
| Instructors | Noël Chan, Scott Jones, Derek McDowall, Anthony Mewing, Brisbane Grammar School, Lucas Rabenhorst |
| Download Videos | On all desktop and mobile devices |
| Language | English |
| Subjects | Mathematics Science |
| Tags | Math Physics Science |
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