The aim of raising students’ levels of scientific and technological literacy is to enable them to engage critically with knowledge and discourse on science and technology and to respond actively and appropriately to issues surrounding scientific and technological advancements.

Themes

Under this Area of Inquiry, the following key themes will be addressed:

• The Nature and Methods of Science
• Science, Technology and Society
• Science, Technology and Global Issues
• Science and Technology in Everyday Life
• Frontiers of Science and Technology