Scientific Inquiry renewed
 

Science Processes Grade Level Content Expectations

These will be used through out the school year in Labs completed in class as well as in your students Science Fair Project.



Science Process E1.1A Generate new questions that can be investigated in the laboratory or field.
Science Process E1.1B Evaluate the uncertainties or validity of scientific conclusions using an understanding of sources of measurement error, the challenges of controlling variables, accuracy of data analysis, logic of argument, logic of experimental design, and/or the dependence on underlying assumptions.
Science Process E1.1C Conduct scientific investigations using appropriate tools and techniques (e.g., selecting an instrument that measures the desired quantity—length, volume, weight, time interval, temperature—with the appropriate level of precision).
Science Process E1.1D Identify patterns in data and relate them to theoretical models.
Science Process E1.1E Describe a reason for a given conclusion using evidence from an investigation.
Science Process E1.1f Predict what would happen if the variables, methods, or timing of an investigation were changed.
Science Process E1.1g Based on empirical evidence, explain and critique the reasoning used to draw a scientific conclusion or explanation.
Science Process E1.1h Design and conduct a systematic scientific investigation that tests a hypothesis. Draw conclusions from data presented in charts or tables.
Science Process E1.1i Distinguish between scientific explanations that are regarded as current scientific consensus and the emerging questions that active researchers investigate.
Science Process E1.2A Critique whether or not specific questions can be answered through scientific investigations.
Science Process E1.2B Identify and critique arguments about personal or societal issues based on scientific evidence.
Science Process E1.2C Develop an understanding of a scientific concept by accessing information from multiple sources. Evaluate the scientific accuracy and significance of the information.
Science Process E1.2D Evaluate scientific explanations in a peer review process or discussion format.
Science Process E1.2E Evaluate the future career and occupational prospects of science fields.
Science Process E1.2f Critique solutions to problems, given criteria and scientific constraints.
Science Process E1.2g Identify scientific tradeoffs in design decisions and choose among alternative solutions.
Science Process E1.2h Describe the distinctions between scientific theories, laws, hypotheses, and observations.
Science Process E1.2i Explain the progression of ideas and explanations that lead to science theories that are part of the current scientific consensus or core knowledge.
Science Process E1.2j Apply science principles or scientific data to anticipate effects of technological design decisions.
Science Process E1.2k Analyze how science and society interact from a historical, political, economic, or social perspective.