Modern English School

The objectives of the subject are to explore about the learners family and their hobbies and also encouraging them to express themselves. To accept the diversity and appreciate it and successfully analyze the diversified culture of our country and able to comprehend & appreciate varied cultures. The subject also aims to let the learners understand -the importance of the rules in school and implement in their day to day life, the importance of nutrients present in different kinds of food and balanced diet to have a healthy life, the essential services that a neighbourhood should offer and comprehend the role of important people in our neighbourhood for better functioning of a society. It has helped the learners appreciate the great variety of plant life and the role it plays on our planet Earth and the role it plays for making this planet, a better place to live in. It also let the learners analyze the importance of habitat in life of animals- How they help us and also understand our dependence on animals for various things. Also suggesting how we need to take care of animals. Over all the major objectives of this subject is to enable children to learn about the environment by developing an awareness of the natural, social and cultural environment.

• Knowing and exploring about themselves & their hobbies and also encouraging them to express themselves.
• Accepting the diversity and appreciate it and successfully analysing the diversified culture of our country and able to comprehend & appreciating related to varied cultures.
• Understanding the importance of the rules in school and implementing in their day to day life.
• Understanding the importance of nutrients present in different kinds of food and balanced diet to have a healthy life.
• Understanding the essential services that a neighbourhood should offer and comprehending the role of important people in our neighbourhood for better functioning of a society.
• Appreciating the great variety of plant life and the role it plays on our planet on Earth and the role it plays for making this planet, a better place to live in.
• Analysing the importance of habitat in life of animals- How they help us and also understand our dependence on animals for various things. Also suggesting how we need to take care of animals.
• Understanding the importance of each and every member of a family and how they share their work.
• Analysing the importance of cleanliness, staying healthy and good manners in life. Applying these habits in the day to day life and construct reflective answers related to it.
• Reasoning that different cloths serve different purpose and analyse and examine the variety of dress material, its uses. As well as appreciating different cultural diversity by giving a reflective thought on clothing and its variety.
• Motivating to know and classify different kinds of houses around the world and the reason behind the use of particular type of materials.
• Knowing interdependence in our life and learning to give respect and value other’s work. And applying these values in their life.
• Learning, analysing, identifying, classifying, and prioritising the various means of transport, use of fuel and the various purposes they serve.
• Visualising and drawing the different directions and making use of map in a given situation. Also familiarising with the various ways by which directions are found out during the ancient days.
• Understanding that time is precious and learn about the importance and uses of time.
• Reasoning why unity in diversity is the need of the hour and have a clear and analytical concept on national symbols and national festivals.
• Understanding, emphasising and appreciating the cultural diversity by learning about various religious festivals and harvest festivals.
• Evaluating the importance of clean and green earth.
• Developing an understanding of the evolution of means of communication.

The study of Environmental Science at this stage aims to give students the basic understanding of natural processes, ecosystems, functions and its components. It is concerned with the natural environment and humans' place within it. We aim to discuss the issues related to the depletion of resources and other harmful and permanent effects brought on to the environment by humans, as well as the practices of environmental conservation, restoration, and policy in general. It aims to understand the threats caused by over- population and its harmful effects on our ecosystem through activities. Environmental sensitivity is inculcated through observation of plants, animals around, compare & classification on the basis of simple similar characteristics. Environmental Science also helps children to explore about their nation as it covers the key areas or basic knowledge about their country and introduces them to their rich history too.

EVS in the elementary education is visualized as an integrated subject area which draws upon insights from sciences, social studies and environmental education. One of the main focuses of EVS is to expose children to the actual world they live in. The learning situations/experiences of EVS help children to explore and connect with their natural and human made surroundings. EVS helps children to develop their own insights into the functioning of several things or understanding human processes in their environment. Such interactions with their surrounding environment are immensely important in the healthy development of children. Such interactions also enhance children’s learning capabilities by providing concrete learning experiences. EVS, with the inherent values of environment and its conservation, is just not a subject/study area alone. It is a process leading to transformation of behaviours, and a way of life. It focuses on all the three domains of learning – cognitive, affective and behaviour/actions in a graded manner. Thus the dynamics of EVS may be summarised as enabling children to:

• Connect with their natural and human made environment understanding our dependence on the various components of environment (biotic, abiotic and human made).
• Develop a holistic understanding of their environment.
• Develop a multidisciplinary perspective to understanding of our environmental issues/problems and appreciate the impact/s of our daily activities on its integrity.
• Develop a favourable attitudes and habits to protect and preserve our environment.

Environmental Science aims at training children to locate and comprehend relationships between the natural, social and cultural environment.It works towards creating the awareness about environmental problems among people. It is really important for us to develop an attitude of concern for the environment among children through activities. All activities in this grade are aimed at motivating children to participate in environment protection and environment improvement. It helps to acquire the skills to help the concerned individuals in identifying and solving environmental problems both individually and collectively. Understanding based on the observations, illustrations drawn from lived experiences will make children curious about social phenomena, starting with the family and moving to wider spaces also. As curiosity and creativity of the child in relation to the natural environment will develop, it will develop awareness about environmental issues and engage children in exploratory hands on activities to acquire skills like observation, classification, inference etc.

Science content taught at the upper primary stage should not be governed by a disciplinary approach. Students should be allowed to explore their surroundings and develop their own ideas and understanding. Science at this stage works towards developing the confidence to experiment, collect data, organize and analyze it. They need to learn to draw inferences, test and generalize from their analysis. For science to make sense to them and to use their life experience, we give them opportunity to relate the two. Raising questions is an important aspect of scientific reasoning. We encourage students to raise questions and also answer them during the activities and discussions. We believe that as teachers we should avoid providing answers rather put open-ended questions and have multiple opinions to discuss and develop thinking skills. Developments of skills like reasoning and positive attitudes are developed through group task, experiment surveys and discussion etc. The purpose of evaluation here is not to filter students, but to help them find out what they have learnt and what they need to learn. Through different activities our aim at this stage is to involve learners in reasoning, deciding when, where and how to make observations, organizing data, finding similarities and differences, Classifying, generalizing, hypothesizing, inferring and verifying whether the outcome is according to the hypothesis etc. At this stage, emphasis is not much on deducing well defined results, but on seeing patterns and generalizing from patterns.

Science as a subject of study aims at encouraging learners to have questions in mind which arouses scientific reasoning. Students at this stage are engaged in activities & discussions which answer their questions. Learning science at this very stage involves reasoning, deciding when, where and how to make observations, organizing data, finding similarities and differences, classifying, generalizing, hypothesizing, inferring and verifying whether the outcome is according to the hypothesis etc. Emphasis is given on seeing patterns and generalizing from patterns. Science is placed in the wider context of the learner’s environment, local and global, enabling them to appreciate the issues in science, technology and society and preparing them with the requisite knowledge and skills to enter the world. The teacher through different activities promotes the value of honesty, objectivity, co-operation, freedom from fear and prejudice and develops in the learner a concern for life and preservation of environment. We as teachers build and extend on the ideas expressed and the materials on the basis of additional information and examples, try different approaches and activities, etc.
Science enables learners to appreciate how the concept of science evolved with time and to understand how social factors influence the development of science. Learners also take pride in their national contribution and wisdom in the various areas of learning.

Science, as a subject is universal and knows no boundaries. In fact, so great is its importance for man and society that the present day people live in an "age of science". "Science at this stage teaches students to understand what evidence is, what proof is. Science provides unique training in observation and reasoning. Science students reason from definitely ascertained facts and form clear concepts. It makes one systematic and enables him or her to form an objective judgment. Science provides training and knowledge of Scientific method, which is useful in the life pursuits. Knowledge of the methods of observation and experiment in the different branches of Science helps pupils to develop a logical mind, a critical judgment and a capacity for methodical organization. Science is useful in that it remedies some of the defects of the ordinary school education. It is found to be the most valuable element in the education of those who show special aptitude.
Hands-on activities in class VIII are a great way to introduce students to the world of science. All hands-on activities are followed by follow-up work, whether the teacher assigns an essay or asks students to complete a group project. Assignment questions ask students to analyze the results of the activity and explain why a certain set of events may have occurred. These assignments reinforce learning and help the 13 years curious minds to understand scientific principles better way.
To develop core skills in class VIII, collaboration is a way to actively participate in the learning process by talking with each other and listening to other points of view and establish a personal connection between students and the topic of study. Group projects and discussions are examples of this teaching method.

At the secondary stage the students are engaged in learning science as a composite discipline, in working with hands and tools to design more advanced technological modules than at the upper primary stage. Systematic experimentation as a tool to discover/verify theoretical principles, and working on locally significant projects involving science and technology are to be important parts of the curriculum at this stage. We aspire to develop scientifically informed, caring and responsible individuals who can think critically and make informed choices about themselves, the environment and society. Through different activities we wish to develop inquiring minds, nurture their skills to solve problems and make informed decisions in scientific and other contexts.
Scientific investigations enables students to evaluate scientific evidence to draw conclusions thereby communicate scientific ideas, arguments and practical experiences accurately in a variety of ways. Appreciate the benefits and limitations of science and the interdependence of science, technology its application in technological developments is also one of the main objectives at this stage.
21st century demands skilled individuals and we aim to enable our students to carry out scientific investigations using materials and techniques safely and skillfully. Skills like team work, collaborating, acknowledging and supporting others as well as ensuring a safe working environment and show respect for themselves and others, and deal responsibly with the living and non-living environment is key for developing successful individual.

At the higher secondary stage science is introduced as separate disciplines with emphasis on experiments/technology and problem solving. The students are given an option to choose the subjects of their interest freely, though it may not be always. The curriculum load is rationalized to avoid the steep gradient between secondary and higher secondary syllabus. At this stage, core topics of a discipline, taking into account recent advances, are carefully identified and treated with appropriate rigor and depth.
We aim for better understanding of the fundamental theories and encourage students to apply the concepts of mathematics, physics, and chemistry & biological in different contexts. We also motivate students to communicate these fundamentals effectively to peers and members of the public and develop a positive belief about the ability to do quantitative work, such as increased confidence and self-efficacy. We as teachers always try to create an environment to make the students more interactive and think carefully and thoroughly about problems and to make insightful observations and critically read any scientific literature.
Appreciating the benefits and limitations of science and the interdependence of science, technology its application in technological developments is also one of the main objectives at this stage. 21st century demands skilled individuals and we aim to enable our students to carry out scientific investigations using materials and techniques safely and skillfully. Developing skills like team work, collaboration, acknowledging and supporting others as well as ensuring a safe working environment and show respect for themselves and others, and deal responsibly with the living and non-living environment is key priority of our teaching.