Investigating Science - Module 2
Stage 6 - Investigating Science
Program
The fieldwork undertaken during this excursion supports Module 2: Cause and Effect - Inferences and Generalisations. The excursion enables students to conduct a practical investigation to determine if the water quality at Longneck Lagoon is affected by its proximity to urban areas and human activity.
Important information
Investigating Science Stage 6 Syllabus (2017)
INS11/12-1
Develops and evaluates questions and hypotheses for scientific investigation INS11/12-1.
INS11/12-2
Designs and evaluates investigations in order to obtain primary and secondary data and information.
INS11/12-3
Conducts investigations to collect valid and reliable primary and secondary data and information.
INS11/12-5
Analyses and evaluates primary and secondary data and information.
Related Life Skills outcomes: SCLS6-1, SCLS6-2, SCLS6-4, SCLS6-9.
Students will:
- test aquatic abiotic parameters
- assess aquatic biological indicators for ecological health
- interpret results
- identify human activities in various locations
- make inferences about human impacts.
| Vehicle access |
Address: 59 Whitmore Road, Maraylya Large buses/coaches can drop students and teachers at the entrance on Whitmore Road. It is a 400m walk down the drive to the classroom. Bus drop off and pick up should be timed to allow for the walk from the road to the classroom. These times can be negotiated as needed to allow for earlier or later start and finish times. Minibuses and visitors arriving by private car can enter the gates on Whitmore Road and drive part way down the drive to the signposted 'Visitor parking' area near the mud brick shed. It is a short 100m walk from the visitor parking area to the classroom and office area. We kindly ask that visitors do not drive beyond this point in order to ensure the safety of our students. |
| Student numbers |
Max. 25 students per class (Please book for multiple dates if numbers exceed 75 students.) |
| What to bring |
Students
Teachers
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| Adverse weather | On days where the weather is unsuitable, a Longneck Lagoon EEC staff member will contact the organising teacher to discuss alternative arrangements. |
| Medical notifications | Notify Longneck Lagoon EEC by completing and returning the student welfare form at least one week before the excursion. This form will be sent out upon confirmation of booking. |
| Further information | Welcome to Longneck Lagoon EEC |