STS.SCI.2.B
Analyze data appropriate to the specialized topic of study by identifying significant statistical features, patterns, sources of error, and limitations.
Specialized Topics in Science · Texas Essential Knowledge and Skills (TEKS) · TEKS 2022
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dataspecialized topic of studystatistical featurespatternssources of errorlimitations
Skills
- analyze (data from specialized topics of study) #dok2
- identify (significant statistical features in data) #dok2
- recognize (patterns within data) #dok2
- determine (sources of error and limitations in data) #dok3
- draw conclusions (from analyzed data) #dok3
Learning Targets
- I can analyze data from specialized topics of study for trends and relationships. #dok2
- I can identify significant statistical features in scientific data. #dok2
- I can recognize patterns and trends within collected data. #dok2
- I can determine possible sources of error and limitations in a data set. #dok3
- I can draw conclusions about the reliability of scientific data after analysis. #dok3
Big Ideas
- Careful analysis of scientific data reveals important patterns and potential issues that impact conclusions.
- Understanding the limitations and errors in data ensures that scientific arguments and solutions are based on evidence.
Essential Questions
- How can you identify important patterns or trends in a data set related to a specialized topic of study?
- What are common sources of error in scientific investigations, and how can they affect data analysis?
- Why is it important to recognize limitations in the data when drawing scientific conclusions?
- In what ways can identifying statistical features improve our understanding of scientific phenomena?
- How do scientists determine whether the data collected is reliable enough to support a conclusion?