HS-ESS2-7 - Performance Expectation
Construct an argument based on evidence about the simultaneous coevolution of Earth’s systems and life on Earth.
High School · Next Generation Science Standards · NGSS Lead States 2013
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argumentevidencecoevolutionEarth’s systemslife on Earth
Skills
- construct (an argument based on evidence) #dok3
- analyze (evidence related to Earth's systems and life coevolution) #dok3
- synthesize (relationships between Earth's systems and life) #dok4
- evaluate (scientific data supporting coevolution) #dok3
Learning Targets
- I can identify key features of Earth's systems and life on Earth. #dok1
- I can describe the concept of coevolution between Earth's systems and life. #dok2
- I can explain how changes in Earth's systems influence life on Earth, and vice versa. #dok2
- I can analyze scientific evidence to find relationships between Earth's systems and the evolution of life. #dok3
- I can construct a well-supported argument about the simultaneous coevolution of Earth’s systems and life. #dok3
- I can synthesize multiple lines of evidence to explain complex interactions between Earth's systems and life over time. #dok4
Big Ideas
- Earth’s systems and life have continuously influenced each other throughout Earth’s history.
- The coevolution of physical processes on Earth and the development of life are interconnected and shape both the planet and its inhabitants.
Essential Questions
- How have changes in Earth's systems influenced the evolution and diversification of life over time?
- In what ways has life on Earth contributed to changes in the planet's physical systems?
- What evidence supports the concept of simultaneous coevolution between Earth's systems and life?
- How can understanding the relationship between Earth’s systems and life help us predict future changes on our planet?
- Why is it important to use scientific evidence when making arguments about the interactions between Earth and life?
