WHS.SS.26.D

Describe the origins of the Scientific Revolution in 16th century Europe and explain its impact on scientific thinking worldwide.

World History Studies · Texas Essential Knowledge and Skills (TEKS) · TEKS 2010

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Vocabulary
originsScientific Revolution16th century Europeimpactscientific thinkingworldwide
Skills
  • describe (the origins of the Scientific Revolution) #dok1
  • explain (the impact of the Scientific Revolution on scientific thinking) #dok2
  • summarize (how the Scientific Revolution changed science in Europe and globally) #dok2
  • analyze (the effects of the Scientific Revolution on worldwide scientific thought) #dok3
  • evaluate (the long-term significance of the Scientific Revolution for scientific progress) #dok4
Learning Targets
  • I can describe the origins of the Scientific Revolution in 16th century Europe. #dok1
  • I can identify important people and events that contributed to the Scientific Revolution. #dok1
  • I can explain the impact of the Scientific Revolution on scientific thinking in Europe and around the world. #dok2
  • I can summarize key changes in scientific methods and beliefs brought about by the Scientific Revolution. #dok2
  • I can analyze how the Scientific Revolution influenced later scientific discoveries and thinking worldwide. #dok3
  • I can evaluate the significance of the Scientific Revolution in shaping modern science and global perspectives. #dok4
Big Ideas
  • The Scientific Revolution originated in Europe during the 16th century, marking a fundamental shift in approaches to scientific investigation and understanding.
  • The Scientific Revolution profoundly impacted the development of scientific thinking, methods, and progress both in Europe and globally.
Essential Questions
  • What were the main origins and causes of the Scientific Revolution in 16th century Europe?
  • How did the Scientific Revolution change the way scientists approached scientific thinking?
  • In what ways did the Scientific Revolution impact societies outside Europe?
  • Who were key figures and what were important discoveries of the Scientific Revolution?
  • How has the legacy of the Scientific Revolution influenced science in the modern world?