JHS2 Science · Term 3, Week 2

Force and Motion

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Curriculum details

Strand
Forces and Energy (Strand 4)
Sub-strand
Force and Motion (4.4)
Content standard
B8.4.4.2 - Demonstrate understanding of complex machines and how they work
Indicator
B8.4.4.2.1 - Identify complex machines and describe their functions in life
Suggested placement
Term 3, Week 2 (Week 26 of the year)

Our suggestion, laid out in curriculum order across three terms of twelve weeks. NaCCA does not fix the week, so follow your school's scheme of learning.

Curriculum reference
Science, Common Core Programme (JHS1-JHS3), 2023, p. 75

Transcribed from the official NaCCA publication. Check this page against the source.

Exemplars (from the NaCCA curriculum)

1. Recap what simple machines are from B7.4.4.2.1
2. Explain what complex machines are and show how different they are from simple machines.
3. Identify simple machine in complex machines.
4. Explain how the functions of a complex machine can improve the quality of life.