About the Program
The Resource Ridge program is designed to connect with the grade 7 Science Program of Studies, and bring it to life. Students will have the opportunity to transport back in time and explore Heritage Park through the lens of a scientific settler. Their task is to collect data and make informed recommendations.
Using a field journal, students take on the role of early 1900s explorers sent to southern Alberta to assess the land for settlement. As they explore Heritage Park, they collect data on local ecology, natural resources, building design and environmental conditions—experiencing life as a scientist in 1910. Based on their findings, students reflect on how future communities might grow and what practices could help support them.
This program places students at the centre of history as they make decisions based on their collections. The Program can be used by teachers to assess their students’ understanding of the data they have collected in a scientific manner and the recommendations based on that data. Or, teachers may use this as an opportunity to discover their students’ level of understanding of scientific inquiry, as they gather data and demonstrate their initial understanding of the world as it existed in 1910 through that scientific lens.
Additional Information
Who This Program is For
- While the Resource Ridge program is designed to meet the outcomes of grade 7 science, it does have the capacity to be scaled up and down to meet the outcomes of other grades.
- There are also many connections that can be made for those looking for a whole grade, cross-curricular learning experience.
Resources Provided for Program
- Heritage Park will provide a field journal for each student.
- We have an extensive teacher resource that has been created for this Program that will support teacher preparation prior to the trip.
- Within the teacher resource we have identified the extensive Program of Studies outcomes that can be met through participation in this Program, so teachers don’t have to.
Additional Information
- Exploring the Park before or after a school program is not permitted as the Village is closed.
- The program is designed for a maximum of 30 students along with supervisors. Many of the spaces at Heritage Park are impacted by space restrictions. If your class exceeds 30 students please contact the Education Team to discuss if this accommodation can be made.
- There is no additional charge for 1:1 supervision support, or those adults coming to supervise.
- The credit card used for payment will be kept on file until the completion of the program.
- Please contact us for subsidized rates if needed for your school.
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