MS-LS1-4 - Performance Expectation

Use argument based on empirical evidence and scientific reasoning to support an explanation for how characteristic animal behaviors and specialized plant structures affect the probability of successful reproduction of animals and plants respectively.

Middle School · Next Generation Science Standards · NGSS Lead States 2013

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Vocabulary
argumentempirical evidencescientific reasoningexplanationcharacteristic animal behaviorsspecialized plant structuresprobabilitysuccessful reproductionanimalsplants
Skills
  • construct (an argument based on empirical evidence and scientific reasoning) #dok3
  • explain (how characteristic animal behaviors and specialized plant structures affect reproduction) #dok3
  • support (an explanation for successful reproduction using evidence) #dok3
  • analyze (the impact of animal behaviors and plant structures on reproductive success) #dok3
Learning Targets
  • I can identify characteristic animal behaviors and specialized plant structures that impact reproduction. #dok1
  • I can describe the relationship between specific animal behaviors and/or plant structures and the probability of reproductive success. #dok2
  • I can explain how characteristic animal behaviors and specialized plant structures contribute to the probability of successful reproduction in animals and plants. #dok3
  • I can construct an argument based on empirical evidence and scientific reasoning to support an explanation of reproductive success in animals and plants. #dok3
Big Ideas
  • Certain animal behaviors and specialized plant structures play a crucial role in increasing the probability of successful reproduction.
  • Empirical evidence and scientific reasoning are essential for supporting explanations about how adaptations affect reproductive success.
Essential Questions
  • What are some examples of animal behaviors that increase the probability of successful reproduction?
  • How do specialized plant structures contribute to successful reproduction?
  • Why is it important to use evidence and scientific reasoning when explaining the role of behaviors and structures in reproduction?
  • How can changes in behavior or structure affect the reproductive success of organisms?
  • In what ways do animals and plants adapt to ensure their reproductive success?