STS.SCI.1.F

Organize quantitative or qualitative data using representations appropriate to the specialized topic of study such as scatter plots, line graphs, bar graphs, charts, data tables, diagrams, scientific drawings, and student-prepared models.

Specialized Topics in Science · Texas Essential Knowledge and Skills (TEKS) · TEKS 2022

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Vocabulary
quantitative dataqualitative datarepresentationsscatter plotsline graphsbar graphschartsdata tablesdiagramsscientific drawingsstudent-prepared modelsspecialized topic of study
Skills
  • organize (quantitative data using appropriate representations) #dok2
  • organize (qualitative data using appropriate representations) #dok2
  • select (appropriate representation for a given type of data) #dok2
  • interpret (data displays such as charts, graphs, and models) #dok2
Learning Targets
  • I can identify quantitative and qualitative data relevant to a specialized science topic. #dok1
  • I can list types of data representations used in science investigations. #dok1
  • I can organize quantitative data with scatter plots, line graphs, or bar graphs to show patterns. #dok2
  • I can organize qualitative data using charts, diagrams, or scientific drawings. #dok2
  • I can select and justify appropriate representations for a given data set and scientific context. #dok3
  • I can create student-prepared models to represent data and explain my choices. #dok3
Big Ideas
  • Scientists use a variety of representations to organize and make sense of quantitative and qualitative data.
  • Choosing the appropriate representation is essential for accurately communicating scientific findings.
Essential Questions
  • How do scientists choose between different types of data representations?
  • In what ways do different representations reveal or obscure patterns in data?
  • Why is it important to organize data accurately using appropriate tools and models?
  • How can organizing data help in interpreting scientific investigations?
  • What factors should be considered when creating a student-prepared model or scientific drawing?