Baroque Senior One physics Learner's Book

Baroque Senior One Physics Learner's Book has been developed basing on the New Lower Secondary School Curriculum, whose aim is to enable learners to make informed decisions as citizens and family members and to give them the learning skills they need to think critically and study efficiently.

The Learner's Book has been designed to allow learners to work individually and with others in practical and interactive activities that are related to theoretical concepts in this course. It is expected that learners will apply investigative and problem-solving skills, communicate scientific information effectively, and appreciate the contribution that the study of Physics makes as they prepare for the challenges of the 21 century.

This book caters for the different teaching and learning styles and needs so as to enable learners to develop knowledge and skills that will help them to develop confidence in an increasingly technological world, thereby being able to develop an informed interest in the world of science.

The following aspects have been considered while developing the content of this book; respect for human life, awareness of the importance of living in harmony with the environment, independent and critical thinking, and the innovative application of science and technology in solving problems.

On completion of this course of study, the learner should

have acquired sufficient scientific knowledge and understanding that will prepare him/her for

the challenges of the 21" century,

be a confident citizen in the technological world, and who is able to develop an informed interest in the world of science,

be able to recognise the usefulness and limitations of Physics and to appreciate its applicability

in other disciplines and in everyday life,

be able to effectively carry out experimental work,

have developed relevant attitudes to science in general and Physics in particular, such as;

• concern for accuracy and precision
• objectivity
• integrity
• enquiry
• initiative
•  inventiveness
• innovation

have developed awareness that the study and practice of Physics are co-operative and cumulative activities that are subject to social, economic, technological, ethical and cultural influences, justifications and limitations,

have appreciated that the application of Physics may be both beneficial and detrimental to the individual, and the environment.