6.SCI.4.A

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

Grade 6 · Texas Essential Knowledge and Skills (TEKS) · TEKS 2022

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Vocabulary
impactpast researchcurrent researchscientific thoughtsocietyprocess of sciencecost-benefit analysiscontributionsdiverse scientistscontent
Skills
  • relate (the impact of past research on scientific thought and society) #dok2
  • relate (the impact of current research on scientific thought and society) #dok2
  • explain (the process of science in context of research impact) #dok2
  • analyze (cost-benefit analysis in scientific research) #dok3
  • identify (contributions of diverse scientists as related to content) #dok1
Learning Targets
  • I can identify contributions of diverse scientists as related to the content. #dok1
  • I can relate the impact of past and current research on scientific thought and society. #dok2
  • I can explain how the process of science influences research and society. #dok2
  • I can analyze examples of cost-benefit analysis in scientific research. #dok3
Big Ideas
  • Scientific research, both past and present, shapes scientific thought and impacts society.
  • The diversity of scientists and their contributions enrich scientific progress and understanding.
Essential Questions
  • How has scientific research in the past shaped the world we live in today?
  • In what ways does current scientific research influence society and scientific thinking?
  • Why is it important to include cost-benefit analysis in scientific research and decision-making?
  • How have scientists from diverse backgrounds contributed to scientific progress?
  • What role does the process of science play in driving change and innovation in society?