TERM 1
Syllabus
- Models & Systems
- Periodic Table
- Atomic Structure
- Chemical Bonding
- Equation Writing
- Diversity
- Acids, Bases & Salts
This term was full of hands-on practicals such as the mixing or heating of different chemicals to produce a certain effect or the formation of a compound or solution. I really enjoyed this part as it helped me to have first-hand experience of what will actually happen during an experiment. It is also easier to remember the scientific concepts as I just need to replay the experiment in my mind. I can also picture the process and outcome which can aid me in the test. However, I did not neglect the theory part, as it is easier when both portions are combined together to expel any doubt.
TERM 2
Syllabus
- Diversity
- Acids, Bases & Salts (cont'd)
- Models & Systems
- Sexual Reproduction in Humans
Online lessons were more and more frequent during this term. Although we had no teacher to supervise and to guide us along, I personally felt that the Future School is paving its way for success. With current technology, it is easier and more convenient for us to study via online resources. Interactive flash games, YouTube videos and PowerPoint slides all appeal to us students, which can certainly improve our efficiency. This has increased my interest in Science, at the same time widening my scope of research through exposure to global Science.
TERM 3
Syllabus
- Interactions
- Ecology – Learning Journey@MacRitchie
- Nutrient Cycles
- Energy
- Optics – Reflection & Refraction
- Image Characteristics of a Mirror
- Lenses & its Applications
- Colours
- Dispersion of Light
Due to the short term, we were "deprived" of many activities such as multimedia lessons, practicals and also field trips. Although the teacher shifted his focus to more on the syllabus itself, we were so hard-pressed for time that we did not even have time to learn about the advanced topics. To be honest, we did have some practical lessons, but they were few and far between in the whole term. We had to have them as Physics, as I realised, is not something which can just be taught. We must have the experience to really understand what it is all about. The teacher also gave us many past year exam papers to prepare us for the End-of-year exams. Countless worksheets were also given out, along with multiple notes. All in all, I think that through all this preparation and revision during the precious lessons of about half a term, we should be ready for the exams
