8.SCI.1.B
Use scientific practices to plan and conduct descriptive, comparative, and experimental investigations and use engineering practices to design solutions to problems.
Grade 8 · Texas Essential Knowledge and Skills (TEKS) · TEKS 2022
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scientific practicesdescriptive investigationscomparative investigationsexperimental investigationsengineering practicessolutionsproblems
Skills
- plan investigations (descriptive, comparative, experimental) #dok2
- conduct investigations (descriptive, comparative, experimental) #dok2
- design solutions (using engineering practices) #dok3
- use scientific practices (in planning and conducting investigations) #dok2
- apply engineering practices (to solve problems) #dok3
Learning Targets
- I can identify the type of investigation needed to answer a scientific question. #dok1
- I can use scientific practices to follow the steps of an investigation. #dok2
- I can plan a descriptive, comparative, or experimental investigation. #dok2
- I can conduct a scientific investigation using proper steps and techniques. #dok2
- I can distinguish between descriptive, comparative, and experimental investigations. #dok2
- I can use engineering practices to solve a given problem. #dok3
- I can design a solution to a problem by applying engineering practices. #dok3
Big Ideas
- Scientific and engineering practices guide the process of inquiry, investigation, and problem-solving.
- Different types of investigations and engineering design methods are essential for understanding phenomena and creating solutions.
Essential Questions
- How do scientific practices help us investigate and understand the natural world?
- What is the difference between descriptive, comparative, and experimental investigations?
- How do engineering practices contribute to designing solutions for real-world problems?
- What steps are involved in planning and conducting scientific investigations?
- How can we choose the most effective type of investigation or solution method for a specific problem?