STS.SCI.1.D
Use tools appropriate to the specialized topic of study.
Specialized Topics in Science · Texas Essential Knowledge and Skills (TEKS) · TEKS 2022
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toolsspecialized topic of study
Skills
- select (tools appropriate to the specialized topic) #dok2
- identify (various scientific tools) #dok1
- justify (the choice of tools for a given investigation) #dok3
- use (tools accurately and effectively during investigations) #dok2
Learning Targets
- I can identify tools used in scientific investigations. #dok1
- I can select tools that are appropriate for a specialized scientific investigation. #dok2
- I can use scientific tools correctly during classroom, laboratory, or field work. #dok2
- I can justify why a particular tool is best suited for a specific scientific task. #dok3
Big Ideas
- The selection and use of appropriate tools is essential for accurate scientific investigation.
- Different specialized science topics require specific tools to collect, measure, and analyze data effectively.
Essential Questions
- How do I know which scientific tool is appropriate for a specific investigation?
- What are the characteristics that make a tool suitable for use in a particular science topic?
- In what ways might using the wrong tool affect the outcome of an investigation?
- How can I justify my choice of tools for a given scientific investigation?
- What are some specialized tools used in advanced scientific studies, and how do they function?