6.SCI.1.G
Develop and use models to represent phenomena, systems, processes, or solutions to engineering problems.
Grade 6 · Texas Essential Knowledge and Skills (TEKS) · TEKS 2022
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modelsphenomenasystemsprocessessolutionsengineering problems
Skills
- develop (models to represent scientific concepts, phenomena, processes, or solutions) #dok3
- use (models to demonstrate understanding of systems and problems) #dok2
- represent (phenomena, systems, processes, or solutions using models) #dok2
- analyze (models to determine how they illustrate phenomena, systems, or solutions) #dok3
Learning Targets
- I can identify and describe the purpose of models in science and engineering. #dok1
- I can represent a scientific phenomenon, system, process, or solution using an appropriate model. #dok2
- I can use a model to explain how a system or process works or how a solution could solve an engineering problem. #dok2
- I can develop a model that represents a scientific phenomenon, system, process, or engineering solution. #dok3
- I can analyze the effectiveness of a model in representing key aspects of a phenomenon or solution. #dok3
Big Ideas
- Models help scientists and engineers represent and understand complex phenomena, systems, processes, or solutions.
- Developing and using models is essential for communicating scientific and engineering ideas and for solving problems.
Essential Questions
- How do models help us understand scientific phenomena or solve engineering problems?
- What are some examples of models used in science and engineering, and how are they developed?
- How can we use models to represent and explain systems, processes, or solutions?
- What makes a model effective for representing a scientific phenomenon or engineering problem?
- What limitations might exist when using models in science and engineering?