ESS.SCI.4.B

Relate the impact of past and current research on scientific thought and society, including research methodology, cost-benefit analysis, and contributions of diverse scientists as related to the content.

Earth Systems Science · Texas Essential Knowledge and Skills (TEKS) · TEKS 2022

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Vocabulary
impactpast researchcurrent researchscientific thoughtsocietyresearch methodologycost-benefit analysiscontributionsdiverse scientistscontent
Skills
  • relate (the impact of past and current research on scientific thought and society) #dok2
  • analyze (research methodology and its effects) #dok3
  • analyze (cost-benefit analysis as it applies to scientific research) #dok3
  • explain (contributions of diverse scientists as they relate to content) #dok2
  • evaluate (the relationship between research, scientific thought, and societal impact) #dok3
Learning Targets
  • I can identify ways that past and current scientific research have influenced scientific thought and society. #dok1
  • I can describe how research methodology contributes to scientific understanding and its application. #dok2
  • I can explain the role of cost-benefit analysis in evaluating scientific advancements. #dok2
  • I can relate the contributions of diverse scientists to the development of scientific knowledge within a content area. #dok2
  • I can analyze examples of past and current research to evaluate their impact on scientific thought and society. #dok3
  • I can analyze how research methodology and cost-benefit analysis influence the trajectory of scientific progress. #dok3
  • I can evaluate the impact of scientific discoveries and innovations in the context of social, ethical, or economic considerations. #dok3
Big Ideas
  • Scientific research, both past and present, shapes not only scientific thought but also impacts society’s development on multiple levels.
  • The methodologies and analyses used in research, as well as the contributions of scientists from diverse backgrounds, influence the direction and scope of scientific advancement.
Essential Questions
  • How does scientific research, past and present, influence society and scientific progress?
  • In what ways do research methodologies and cost-benefit analyses affect scientific advancements and their application?
  • Why is it important to recognize the contributions of diverse scientists to scientific knowledge?
  • How do societal needs and concerns shape the trajectory of scientific research?
  • What is the significance of reflecting on both the benefits and potential costs of new scientific discoveries?