4.SCI.1.B
Use scientific practices to plan and conduct descriptive investigations and use engineering practices to design solutions to problems.
Grade 4 · Texas Essential Knowledge and Skills (TEKS) · TEKS 2022
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scientific practicesdescriptive investigationsengineering practicesdesignsolutionsproblems
Skills
- plan (descriptive scientific investigations) #dok2
- conduct (descriptive scientific investigations) #dok2
- use (engineering practices to design solutions to problems) #dok3
- identify (appropriate practices for scientific or engineering inquiry) #dok2
Learning Targets
- I can identify steps for planning a descriptive investigation. #dok2
- I can follow a procedure to conduct a descriptive investigation. #dok2
- I can use engineering practices to design a solution to a given problem. #dok3
- I can explain the difference between scientific and engineering practices in investigations. #dok2
Big Ideas
- Both scientific and engineering practices involve problem-solving through investigation and design.
- Effective investigation and design require planning, carrying out procedures, and evaluating outcomes.
Essential Questions
- What are the steps involved in planning and conducting a scientific investigation?
- How do scientists and engineers approach solving problems differently?
- Why is planning important before starting an investigation or design process?
- How can we design a solution to a problem using engineering practices?
- What makes a good scientific or engineering investigation?