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Laura Hills - Author

Hello, my name is Laura Hills and I've been involved in developing the science, technology and maths materials for this course. The aim of this particular part of the course is to encourage you to think about any preconceptions you might have about science, technology and maths, and also to gain a better understanding of how we use these subjects in our everyday lives.

So Week 6 is about understanding what science, technology and maths are, both as subjects to study and in our everyday lives. You will also have the chance to explore some of the particular language these subjects use, to read scientific texts, and also to interpret diagrams and graphs.

Week 7 is about the role of water in our life. We rely on water to live, and the population of the world is determined by the existence of water in different parts of the world. Despite this, we tend to use water without even thinking about it, and so this week you'll be able to calculate your own water usage, and also to consider ways, including the use of technology, in which you can reduce that water consumption.

So we’ll be bringing together science, technology and maths in a way to better understand our impact on the world around us.