Orient Longman Icse Science - Physics 7

Orient Longman ICSE Science is a NEW series of seven books based on the curriculum prescribed by the Inter-State Board for Anglo-Indian Education for the middle school level. The three science subjects – Physics, Chemistry and Biology – are not separated in the Class 6 book but are given together in one book. In Class 7 and Class 8 there are three books for each class, one for each subject. Salient Features: The primary methodology adopted is of building concepts rather than merely providing information. Stress is laid on application of principles learnt and their relevance in everyday life to ensure that the topics are not just learnt by rote. The books offer an out-of-classroom experience by promoting observation and experimentation. Some of the ACTIVITY sections within the chapters and the Things you can do section in the EXERCISES are designed to encourage the spirit of scientific enquiry in students. The books emphasize on active learning rather than passive teaching. Experiments given in the ACTIVITY sections and well-labelled diagrams serve the purpose. Interesting and relevant information are given as SNIPPETS to widen and enrich the student’s sphere of knowledge. The books are up-to-date with references to recent developments in the field of science. Pertinent environmental concerns are also raised and addressed within the chapters. For example: SPM pollution (Chemistry 7, pg 23) ESP (electrostatic precipitator) (Chemistry 7, pg 24) Rainwater harvesting (Science 6, pg 71; Biology 8, pg 63) Precautions to be taken in nuclear power plants (Physics 8, pg 61; Chemistry 8, pg 36) Recent occurrences of importance in astronomical studies (SNIPPETS Physics 8, pg 4) The five types of questions in the EXERCISES section are designed not only to test but also to reinforce concepts. There are separate questions for testing concepts, terminology, factual knowledge and independent thinking and application.