16 August 2015

Science as a Human Endeavour : Earthquakes : Contributions from other cultures in science

"Science is essentially a cultural activity. It generates pure knowledge about ourselves and about the universe we live in, knowledge that continually reshapes our thinking" John Sulston

Australian Curriculum Science
Science as a Human Endeavour
Year 6: Important contributions to the advancement of science have been made by people from a range of cultures.

How might scientists from around the world explore geological changes in Australia and neighbouring countries?
Which neighbouring countries of Australia have had the most earthquakes? 
How do they compare to the number of earthquakes in Australia?
How might a scientist account for the differences in earthquake activity between these countries? Which countries are conducting scientific research around the world to gather scientific information on geological events?
Which countries are conducting scientific investigations to advance global disaster alerts, and support communities to make informed decisions for their future?
How do international aid organisations communicate and help people after an earthquake?

http://www.chiefscientist.gov.au/2014/04/australia-2025-smart-science-earth-sciences/

Australia 2025: Smart Science – Earth Sciences




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