NeXt Generation Learning



Science Curriculum
High School Physical Science
Standard 8: The Nature of Science

The student will use scientific processes and habits of mind to solve problems.

*Not correlated to State Grade Level Expectations

8.1 Use scientific methods to perform scientific investigations

 
8.1.1  apply scientific methods to solve problems and investigate phenomena (e.g., identify problem, formulate hypothesis, identify variables, perform experiment, collect data, draw conclusions)
8.1.2*  use equipment and materials appropriately in scientific investigations
8.1.3*  use appropriate metric units, scientific notation and significant digits to analyze scientific data
8.1.4*  research and report about scientific information using a variety of sources (e.g., scientific periodicals, Internet)
8.2 Understand the development of scientific ideas

 
8.2.1  describe through examples how ideas become accepted scientific knowledge
8.2.2  analyze the impact of past and present technology in science
8.2.3  recognize fund sources for scientific research and their influence

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