ASTR.SCI.2.D
Evaluate experimental and engineering designs.
Astronomy · Texas Essential Knowledge and Skills (TEKS) · TEKS 2022
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experimental designsengineering designsevaluation
Skills
- evaluate (experimental designs) #dok3
- evaluate (engineering designs) #dok3
- identify (strengths and weaknesses in designs) #dok2
- justify (use of specific procedures in designs) #dok3
Learning Targets
- I can evaluate experimental designs to determine their effectiveness in addressing scientific questions. #dok3
- I can evaluate engineering designs to determine how well they solve identified problems. #dok3
- I can identify strengths and weaknesses in experimental or engineering designs. #dok2
- I can justify whether a design is appropriate for a given experiment or problem. #dok3
Big Ideas
- Careful evaluation of experimental and engineering designs ensures that scientific and engineering challenges are addressed effectively and reliably.
- Understanding how to critique and improve designs leads to more robust investigations and problem-solving in science and engineering.
Essential Questions
- What criteria are used to determine the effectiveness of an experimental or engineering design?
- How can we identify and address limitations in a scientific investigation or design solution?
- Why is it important to evaluate experimental and engineering designs before carrying out an investigation or building a solution?
- How can analyzing past designs inform the development of future scientific experiments or engineering projects?
- What are the steps for evaluating the appropriateness of a design for solving a specific problem or answering a scientific question?