Learning Objectives (Based on the Next Generation Science Standards)
By the end of the unit, students will understand that...
- Science is both a body of knowledge and the processes and practices used to add to that body of knowledge.
- Science knowledge is cumulative and many people, from many generations and nations, have contributed to science knowledge.
- Science assumes that objects and events in natural systems occur in consistent patterns that are understandable through measurement and observation.
- Science carefully considers and evaluates anomalies in data and evidence.
- Science investigations use a variety of methods and tools to make measurements and observations.
- Science investigations are guided by a set of values to ensure accuracy of measurements, observations, and objectivity of findings.
- Science depends on evaluating proposed explanations.
- Science knowledge is based upon logical and conceptual connections between evidence and explanations.
- Scientific explanations are subject to revision and improvement in light of new evidence.
- Science findings are frequently revised and/or reinterpreted based on new evidence.
- Science theories are based on a body of evidence developed over time.
- A hypothesis is used by scientists as an idea that may contribute important new knowledge for the evaluation of a scientific theory.
- Advances in technology influence the progress of science and science has influenced advances in technology.
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