4.SCI.1.G
Develop and use models to represent phenomena, objects, and processes or design a prototype for a solution to a problem.
Grade 4 · Texas Essential Knowledge and Skills (TEKS) · TEKS 2022
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modelsphenomenaobjectsprocessesprototypesolutionproblem
Skills
- develop (models to represent phenomena, objects, and processes) #dok2
- use (models to represent phenomena, objects, and processes) #dok2
- design (a prototype for a solution to a problem) #dok3
- represent (phenomena, objects, and processes with models) #dok2
Learning Targets
- I can develop models to show how phenomena, objects, or processes work. #dok2
- I can use a model to explain a scientific phenomenon or solve a problem. #dok2
- I can design a prototype as a solution to a specific problem. #dok3
Big Ideas
- Models help us understand, explain, and communicate about complex scientific ideas, objects, and processes.
- Designing prototypes allows us to test and improve solutions to real-world problems.
Essential Questions
- How can models help us represent phenomena, objects, or processes?
- What is the purpose of creating prototypes in science and engineering?
- When is it useful to use a model rather than the real thing?
- How do we decide what kind of model or prototype to create for a given problem or phenomenon?
- What are the strengths and limitations of using models to explain scientific ideas?