This document discusses various co-curricular activities that can complement science learning, including science fairs, museums, field trips, and more. Science fairs allow students to present projects and develop creative and critical thinking. Field trips provide hands-on experience outside the classroom. Other activities like quiz contests, seminars, and gardening help engage students and promote understanding of scientific concepts. Co-curricular activities enhance the learning process and benefit students' overall development.

1. CO-CURRICULAR ACTIVITIES IN SCIENCE
by Dr.GOGGI GUPTA
M.SC (CHEMISTRY ),PGDEMA,M.ED,PH.D(EDU.)
ASSISTANT PROFSSOR
SHIVALIK INSTITUTE OF EDUCATION &RESEARCH
PHASE-6
MOHALI

2. INTRODUCTION
Co-curricular refers to activities, programs and learning experiences
that complement, in some way, what students are learning in school—
i.e., experiences that are connected to the academic curriculum.
The theoretical knowledge is enhanced when a co-curricular
activity related to the concepts taught is organized.
Students can have an active participation and express their ideas
freely.

3. ADVANTAGES OF CO-CURRICULAR
ACTIVITIES
Students can
explore talents
outside of
academics.
Learn time-
management and
organizational skills.
Build confidence
and self-esteem.
Overall
development of
body and
personality.
Channeling
students’ energies in
positive directions

4. SCIENCE FAIRS
Science fairs is a very important co-curricular activity through
which the work of science students may be presented
effectively. It involves lecture, demonstration , presentation of
new ideas , techniques , discoveries and projects.
• To popularize science activities of students.
• To encourage to develop science exhibits.
• To develop and reinforce scientific hobbies.
• To encourage students to think creatively.
• To bring parents and society closer to schools.
OBJECTIVES:

5. ACTIVITIES IN SCIENCE FAIRS
Holding debates ,
declamations and
paper reading
contests.
Holding group
discussions and
seminars .
Essay competitions.
Symposia and
workshops.
Science quiz contests. Group discussions.
Film shows , slide shows,
film strip shows and
puppet shows
on science themes.

6. • Museums play an important part in
the intellectual and cultural life of
the individuals.
• It should always be borne in mind
that the purpose of museum should
not merely be as a visual aid but
should appeal to and stimulate the
sense of curiosity in the pupils in
order to widen their experience.

7. ADVANTAGES OF SCIENCE MUSEUM
• The organization of science museum in the school acts as a great
source of inspiration.
• It helps students to get properly acquainted with their physical and
social environment.
• The students get chance to observe and study those objects and
phenomena whichever and wherever they want to do so.
• It helps in the creation of genuine interest and developing positive
attitude towards the study of science.
• It helps in developing love for nature study among the students.

8. Science Excursions should be evaluated in terms of the
originally established purposes , mistakes and difficulties should
be diagnosed , conduct of the group should be discussed and
highlights of the trip should be recorded.
OBJECTIVES: To capitalize educationally the migratory
instinct of the child.
To acquaint the pupil with his environment.
To interpret , supplement and enrich curricular
experiments.

9. SCIENCE QUIZ
A quiz is a form of game or mind sport, in which the players (as
individuals or in teams) attempt to answer questions correctly.
It is a game to test your knowledge about a certain subject.
In some countries, a quiz is also a brief assessment used in
education and similar fields to measure growth in knowledge,
abilities, and/or skills.
Quizzes are usually scored in points and many quizzes are designed
to determine a winner from a group of participants – usually the
participant with the highest score.

10. ORGANISATION OF SCIENCE QUIZ
• Venue and date of the quiz.
• Identifying the areas of quiz items.
• Constructing the quiz questions to be put in different rounds.
• Reviewing and selecting the quiz items.
• Identifying the quiz master and scorer.
• Giving wide publicity with medias like newspaper, pamphlets, invitation
cards.
• Conducting procedure, rules and regulations.
• Prize distribution.

11. SCIENCE SEMINAR
A seminar is a form of academic instruction, either at an academic
institution or offered by a commercial or professional organization.
It has the function of bringing together small groups for recurring
meetings, focusing each time on some particular subject, in which
everyone present is requested to participate.
This is often accomplished through an ongoing Socratic dialogue
with a seminar leader or instructor, or through a more formal
presentation of research.
It is essentially a place where assigned readings are discussed,
questions can be raised and debates can be conducted.
Science Seminar is to inculcate a spirit of scientific enquiry and
analytical thinking in the minds of young students.

12. SCIENCE NOTE BOOKS
• A science notebook is a strategy for students to record and reflect
on inquiry-based observations, activities, investigations and
experiments in order to increase their understanding of science
instruction.
• Science notebooks are also an excellent tool for students to
communicate their understanding of science concepts, for teachers
to provide students with feedback, and finally, to assess students.
• Science notebooks are also a way for teachers to integrate science
experiences with literacy and mathematics because they combine
science inquiry, written communication, and data using
measurement.

13. Contd…
• The science notebook, beginning with the first lesson of the unit and
continuing to its conclusion, can be used to assess the growth in
students’ understanding as well as their ability to summarize and
express their thoughts and feelings.
• Science notebooks are modeled after the way scientists really work,
and each scientist's notebook is unique to that person, area of
inquiry, type of experiment, and investigation.
• Student scientists record their observations, ideas, drawings, and
other illustrations such as charts, tables, models, and graphs, along
with their questions, ideas, and reflections in a running record of
their thinking.

14. REFERENCE BOOKS
A reference book or reference-only book in a library is one that may
only be used in the library and may not be borrowed from the library.
Many such books are reference works (in the first sense), which
are, usually, used briefly or photocopied from, and therefore, do
not need to be borrowed.
Keeping reference books in the library assures that they will
always be available for use on demand.
Some reference-only books are too valuable to permit
borrowers to take them out. Reference-only items may be
shelved in a reference collection located separately from
circulating items. Some libraries consist entirely, or to a large
extent, of books which may not be borrowed.

15. SCIENCE LIBRARY
A Science library is organized separately or a part of the general library in the
form of science section.
• Place and accommodation.
• Library in charge.
• Selection of science books and reading material.
• Management of science library.
• Promoting students interest in the science library.
Organization of a science library:

16. SECTIONS OF SCIENCE LIBRARY
• REFERENCE BOOK : It is usually referred to the
particular piece of information. It is compiled
by more than one editor. It includes
dictionaries, encyclopedias, catalogues, etc.
• JOURNALS: Journals are regular publications
that contain articles on current research. The
purpose of the articles is for the authors to
outline their research and present their
findings and conclusions.

17. TYPES OF JOURNALS
• TRADE OR PROFESSIONAL JOURNALS:
Journals are targeted at a specific profession
or industry and may contain current, new
opinion and practical advice on new products
and reviews to inform readers about
happening in the industry.
• SCHOLARLY- Each fact or opinion is
documented. It provides the exact source
including the author and page number.

18. • Peer reviewed journals – selected
and approved by a panel of experts:
• Each academic journal has a peer review
board that decides which submissions are
acceptable for publication. The review board
may send a paper back to the author with
suggestions for improvement.
• The peer review process doesn't simply
involve circling spelling mistakes. The review
board will investigate and challenge the
authors major assumption and conclusion.

19. FIELD TRIPS
Need and Significance
Field trips are defined as educational experiences conducted during school hours and
planned by the teacher to correlate with regular classroom. Field trips should be an
integral part of classroom instruction.
The experience gained during field trips should give relevance and meaning to
knowledge.
• Providing first hand experience.
• Stimulating interest and motivation in science.
• Giving meaning to learning and interrelationships.
• Observation and perception skills.
• Personal and social development.

20. ADVANTAGES
• Helps to clarify the subject matter.
• Creates interest.
• Provides entertainment.
• Developes scientific attitude.
• Generates a spirit of cooperation.

21. SCHOOL GARDENING
• A garden planted and
maintained on school
campus to support
edible education and
experiential learning.
• Students learn more
about soil types,
seasonal plants, and
also a get an idea of
how vegetables are
grown.

22. ADVANTAGES
• Address multiple learning styles.
• Provide opportunities for interdisciplinary lessons.
• Improve environmental attitudes.
• Promote good nutrition and exercise.
• Teach patience and responsibility.
• Beautify the environment.
• Build classroom relationships, improve teamwork and strengthen school spirit.

23. BIOLOGY CLUB
• The Biology club is an
organisation for all those
interested in the life
sciences.
• The club sponsors lecture
series addressing current
issues and other topics of
interest.
• Also helps any student who
wants more information
about careers, pre-
medicine, dental and
nursing school and other
scholarly opportunities.