Course Description
The program aims to equip students with a strong foundation in science, rigorous analytical reasoning, and the ability to apply scientific knowledge to solve complex real-world problems.
Grade 9 serves as the gateway to high school science, where students begin specialized study in Biology, Chemistry, and Physics, while also developing essential academic skills—from analyzing scientific laws and solving theoretical problems to writing research reports that meet international academic standards.
The program is designed in alignment with the Next Generation Science Standards (NGSS), enabling students to access in-depth, specialized knowledge that remains closely connected to real-life applications. This approach fosters higher-order thinking, career orientation, and the capacity for global engagement.
🔹 Learning Content
The Grade 9 curriculum is organized into three core disciplines:
1. Biology Foundations
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Structure and function of cells
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Photosynthesis and cellular respiration
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Molecular biology: DNA, RNA, protein synthesis
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Mendelian genetics and modern genetics
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Interactions among organisms, populations, and ecosystems
2. Introduction to Chemistry
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Atomic structure and the periodic table
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Chemical bonding and molecules
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Chemical reactions and equations
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Solutions, pH, and neutralization
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Thermochemistry and exothermic/endothermic reactions
3. Physics Concepts
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Linear motion and Newton’s laws of motion
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Forces: friction, gravity, and pressure
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Work, energy, and efficiency
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Electric current and simple circuits
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Light, sound, and wave transmission
In addition, the program integrates interdisciplinary topics such as:
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Climate change and the role of green technology
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Applications of nanotechnology in medicine and the environment
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Chemical safety and scientific ethics
🔹 Learning Methodology
As students enter Grade 9, they need to develop systematic thinking, deep critical reasoning, and independent academic skills. Therefore, the learning approach is designed to prepare them for higher levels of study:
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Scientific Disciplinary Thinking
Students are guided to think like a biologist, chemist, or physicist—understanding the unique processes of inquiry in each discipline and applying these ways of thinking to explain the world around them. -
Lab-Based Investigation
Each unit includes hands-on laboratory activities—from observing cells and synthesizing salts to measuring frictional forces—allowing students to understand concepts through experience and build laboratory skills. -
Academic Science Writing
Students practice writing lab reports, analyzing data, and citing sources in accordance with academic standards. This is a crucial skill for exams, scientific research, and future international programs. -
Problem Solving and Quantitative Reasoning
Students solve quantitative problems, compare formulas, graphs, and experimental results, and develop skills in logical reasoning, data analysis, and evidence-based decision-making. -
Socio-Scientific Issues Discussion
Students discuss real-world issues such as climate change, water pollution, nuclear energy use, and ethics in genetic technology—connecting science with society and fostering a global citizenship perspective. -
Enhanced 5E Instructional Model
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Engage – Introduce concepts using science videos, simulations, or real-world data
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Explore – Conduct experiments, process data, and compare with theory
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Explain – Present concepts through models, formulas, and reports
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Elaborate – Extend learning to real-world problems or applied projects
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Evaluate – Assess through products, peer critiques, or academic tests
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