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Middle School Science Department: Elective Course Semester Summary and Outlook — Stimulating Innovative Thinking, Nurturing Future Scientists

December 18, 2024

On December 11, 2024, as the current semester draws to a close, the Middle School Science Department successfully organized an important teaching and research activity, titled "Elective Course Semester Summary and Outlook for Next Semester." The event not only provided a comprehensive review of this semester's elective courses but also actively discussed how to further enhance the quality of teaching by utilizing the advanced equipment and facilities in the newly established laboratory, thereby offering students a richer and more diverse learning experience.

During the seminar, teachers collectively reflected on a series of elective courses offered to students in grades 4 to 8 over the past semester. These courses ranged from basic scientific knowledge such as fun science, cell and tissue culture, microbiological physiology, and plant tissue culture, to more advanced subjects like plant physiological ecology, insect behavioral science, biological interactions, food science and engineering, and other applied fields. Additionally, cutting-edge topics such as animal cell culture and induced differentiation, plant molecular biology, insect genetics and behavioral studies, molecular and cell biology, and health and disease research were also explored. The goal was to ignite students' interest in science, foster innovative thinking, and cultivate practical skills.

Teachers were pleased to see that, through a series of carefully designed elective courses, students not only mastered foundational knowledge but also demonstrated a high level of enthusiasm and curiosity for learning. Feedback revealed that many students, after participating in these elective courses, developed a strong interest in science and expressed a desire to pursue a career in scientific research in the future.

Looking ahead to the next semester, the teaching team plans to deepen the existing course content while introducing more interactive and experimental elements, ensuring that every student has a personalized learning experience. To achieve this, the team will make full use of the newly built laboratory resources, encouraging teachers to develop new elective courses based on their areas of expertise to cater to the diverse interests and needs of students.

Through these efforts, the school hopes to not only open the door to the world of science for students but also nurture a group of future scientists who possess innovative spirit, practical ability, and a global perspective. In this process, the school will continue to focus on creating a dynamic and creative learning environment, encouraging each student to bravely pursue their scientific dreams and lay a solid foundation for their future academic and professional careers. As the semester comes to a successful close, the Science Department looks forward with great anticipation to a promising new semester.







(Written by Rongzhang Hu    Pictures by Jiani Du    Edited by Cong Luo, Judah Kuhn)