ENVS.SCI.4.A
Analyze, evaluate, and critique scientific explanations and solutions by using empirical evidence, logical reasoning, and experimental and observational testing, so as to encourage critical thinking by the student.
Environmental Systems · Texas Essential Knowledge and Skills (TEKS) · TEKS 2022
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scientific explanationssolutionsempirical evidencelogical reasoningexperimental testingobservational testingcritical thinking
Skills
- analyze (scientific explanations and solutions) #dok2
- evaluate (scientific explanations and solutions using evidence and reasoning) #dok3
- critique (scientific explanations and solutions based on testing and logic) #dok3
- encourage (critical thinking through examination of evidence and reasoning) #dok3
Learning Targets
- I can identify the key components of scientific explanations and solutions. #dok1
- I can describe examples of empirical evidence, logical reasoning, and testing in scientific explanations. #dok1
- I can analyze scientific explanations using evidence and reasoning. #dok2
- I can differentiate between experimental and observational testing in evaluating scientific solutions. #dok2
- I can evaluate whether a scientific explanation is supported by empirical evidence and logical reasoning. #dok3
- I can critique scientific explanations and solutions using evidence, reasoning, and results from testing. #dok3
Big Ideas
- Scientific explanations and solutions must be supported by empirical evidence, logical reasoning, and robust testing.
- Critical thinking is developed through analyzing, evaluating, and critiquing scientific ideas using multiple forms of evidence.
Essential Questions
- What makes a scientific explanation or solution credible?
- How does empirical evidence support or weaken scientific claims?
- In what ways can logical reasoning and testing influence the validity of a solution?
- Why is it important to critically evaluate scientific explanations and solutions?
- How can students develop stronger critical thinking skills through the analysis of scientific evidence and reasoning?