Grade 7 Electives

Course Description:

This class is designed for students who are interested in improving their speaking and acting skills. In this class, students will focus on improving their pronunciation by working on word stress, rhythm, and intonation. They will also learn how to mimic different voices and accents.

Students will practise writing a transcript for a cartoon clip. They will also practise speaking using a transcript, which will help them improve their delivery and timing.

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This hands-on course offers students the opportunity to explore the exciting world of robotics. Through a variety of investigations and activities, students will learn to build and program robots using Arduino schematics and code sketches.

 Students will participate in engaging activities such as Traffic Light, Simon Says Game, and Self-Driving Car.

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Art by Numbers explores the fascinating relationship between mathematics and art. Students will investigate how patterns, shapes, symmetry, perspective, and proportion can be used to create visually engaging artwork. 

Through a range of practical activities, students will discover that mathematics is not only a tool for solving problems but also a powerful source of creativity and design.

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In this elective, students will step into the shoes of reporters to explore the world of media and news writing. They will learn the core fundamentals of journalism, including how to find reliable sources, conduct effective interviews, and write objective, engaging news stories. The course covers different media formats, focusing on headlining, structure, and the ethics of reporting truth to an audience. 

Course Project: Throughout the term, students will work collaboratively as a newsroom team to pitch, write, and edit articles for their own class newspaper or digital news blog. They will take on specific roles—such as reporters, editors, and photojournalists—and publish a final edition that highlights important events and stories within their school community. 

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This course introduces students to the fascinating biological world of animals, focusing on their behaviour, anatomy, and roles within global ecosystems. Students will explore classification, evolutionary adaptations, and how different species interact with their environments. The course also addresses critical contemporary issues, such as wildlife conservation, habitat protection, and human-animal relationships.

Course Project: 

For the final project, students will select a specific endangered species or local ecosystem to research in depth. Working in groups, they will design a comprehensive "Conservation Action Plan" or a virtual zoo habitat that solves a real-world environmental challenge. Teams will present their research and creative solutions to the class at the end of the term.  

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This elective reveals the mathematical logic hidden behind popular games, riddles, and puzzles. Students will dive into game theory, probability, strategic thinking, and spatial reasoning by analysing classic board games, logic puzzles, and card games. Instead of memorising formulas, students will learn how mathematical patterns and critical problem-solving skills are used to develop winning strategies. 

Course Project: The capstone project for this course challenges students to work in teams to design, build, and test their own original mathematical board game or puzzle. They must write a clear rulebook that explains the mathematical logic and probabilities required to win. The term will conclude with a "Games Day," where students play and evaluate each other's creations.