IPC.SCI.1.G
Develop and use models to represent phenomena, systems, processes, or solutions to engineering problems.
Integrated Physics and Chemistry · Texas Essential Knowledge and Skills (TEKS) · TEKS 2022
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modelsphenomenasystemsprocessessolutionsengineering problems
Skills
- develop (models to represent phenomena, systems, processes, or solutions) #dok3
- use (models to represent phenomena, systems, processes, or solutions) #dok2
- represent (phenomena, systems, processes, or solutions using models) #dok2
- analyze (how models illustrate scientific and engineering problems) #dok3
Learning Targets
- I can identify what a model is and describe its purpose in science. #dok1
- I can list different types of models used to represent scientific phenomena. #dok1
- I can use a model to represent a process or system. #dok2
- I can explain how a model represents a specific phenomenon, process, or engineering solution. #dok2
- I can create and develop a model to represent a scientific phenomenon, system, process, or engineering solution. #dok3
- I can analyze the effectiveness of a model in representing the key aspects of a phenomenon or solution. #dok3
Big Ideas
- Models are essential tools that help scientists and engineers understand and solve complex problems by representing phenomena, systems, and processes.
- Developing and using models enables the prediction, explanation, and communication of scientific ideas and engineering solutions.
Essential Questions
- What is a model, and why are models important in science and engineering?
- How do models help us understand and explain phenomena, systems, and processes?
- What are the strengths and limitations of using models in scientific investigations?
- In what ways can models be used to develop solutions to engineering problems?
- How can we evaluate whether a model accurately represents the real-world system or process it is meant to simulate?