8.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 8 · Texas Essential Knowledge and Skills (TEKS) · TEKS 2022
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impactpast researchcurrent researchscientific thoughtsocietyprocess of sciencecost-benefit analysiscontributionsdiverse scientistscontent
Skills
- relate (the impact of past and current research on scientific thought and society) #dok3
- explain (the process of science) #dok2
- analyze (cost-benefit analysis in scientific research) #dok3
- identify (contributions of diverse scientists) #dok2
- connect (scientific research to societal impact and scientific development) #dok3
Learning Targets
- I can identify contributions of diverse scientists as related to scientific content. #dok2
- I can explain the process of science and its importance to society. #dok2
- I can analyze how cost-benefit analysis affects scientific research and its outcomes. #dok3
- I can relate the impact of past and current research on the evolution of scientific thought and society. #dok3
Big Ideas
- Scientific research and innovation shape both scientific thought and broader society.
- Diverse contributions and the process of science—including cost-benefit analysis—play a crucial role in scientific progress.
Essential Questions
- How do past and current scientific research efforts impact society and our understanding of science?
- What role do diverse scientists play in advancing scientific thought?
- How is cost-benefit analysis used in the scientific process, and why is it important?
- Why is it important to understand the process of science and its connection to society?
- How does scientific research influence the development and refinement of scientific ideas?