8.SCI.1.D
Use appropriate tools such as graduated cylinders, metric rulers, periodic tables, balances, scales, thermometers, temperature probes, laboratory ware, timing devices, pH indicators, hot plates, models, microscopes, slides, life science models, petri dishes, dissecting kits, magnets, spring scales or force sensors, tools that model wave behavior, satellite images, weather maps, hand lenses, and lab notebooks or journals.
Grade 8 · Texas Essential Knowledge and Skills (TEKS) · TEKS 2022
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appropriate toolsgraduated cylindersmetric rulersperiodic tablesbalancesscalesthermometerstemperature probeslaboratory waretiming devicespH indicatorshot platesmodelsmicroscopesslideslife science modelspetri dishesdissecting kitsmagnetsspring scalesforce sensorstools that model wave behaviorsatellite imagesweather mapshand lenseslab notebooksjournalsclassroom investigationslaboratory investigationsfield investigations
Skills
- select (appropriate scientific tools for specific investigations) #dok2
- use (various scientific tools to collect and record data) #dok2
- demonstrate (proper use and care of scientific tools and equipment) #dok1
- record (observations and data using tools such as lab notebooks and journals) #dok1
- explain (how specific tools and models contribute to investigations) #dok3
Learning Targets
- I can identify the names and purposes of common scientific tools used in investigations. #dok1
- I can demonstrate the correct and safe way to use scientific tools in classroom, laboratory, and field settings. #dok1
- I can select the most appropriate tool for a given scientific investigation or task. #dok2
- I can use a variety of scientific tools to collect, measure, and record data. #dok2
- I can explain how the choice and use of specific tools and models affect the outcomes of an investigation. #dok3
Big Ideas
- Using the appropriate scientific tools is essential for accurate data collection and effective investigations.
- Selecting and employing different tools expands what can be observed, measured, and understood in science.
Essential Questions
- How do scientists decide which tools are most appropriate for different types of investigations?
- What are the purposes and proper uses for various scientific tools and models?
- How can the choice of tools impact the outcome or accuracy of an investigation?
- How does using models help us better understand scientific phenomena?
- Why is it important to follow safety practices when using scientific tools and equipment?