BIO.SCI.3.A
Develop explanations and propose solutions supported by data and models and consistent with scientific ideas, principles, and theories.
Biology · Texas Essential Knowledge and Skills (TEKS) · TEKS 2022
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explanationssolutionsdatamodelsscientific ideasprinciplestheories
Skills
- develop (explanations supported by data and models) #dok3
- propose (solutions supported by data and models) #dok3
- justify (explanations and solutions with alignment to scientific ideas, principles, and theories) #dok3
Learning Targets
- I can develop explanations supported by relevant data and models. #dok3
- I can propose solutions that are backed by scientific evidence from data and models. #dok3
- I can justify how my explanations and solutions are consistent with established scientific ideas, principles, and theories. #dok3
Big Ideas
- Scientific explanations and solutions must be grounded in empirical data and reliable models.
- Alignment with core scientific principles strengthens the credibility and validity of explanations and solutions.
Essential Questions
- How do scientists use data and models to develop explanations and propose solutions?
- What makes an explanation or solution consistent with scientific ideas, principles, and theories?
- Why is it important to support explanations and solutions with evidence?
- How can we evaluate the reliability of different sources of data and models?
- What steps should be taken to ensure that a proposed solution is scientifically valid?