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AK.B1.Concepts of Physical Science (SB1, SB2, SB3, SB4)
Concepts of Physical Science (SB1, SB2, SB3, SB4)
[11] SB1.1. The student demonstrates an understanding of the structure and properties of matter by predicting the properties of an element (i.e., reactivity, metal, non-metal) using the periodic table and verifying the predictions through experimentation. (L)
[11] SB2.1. The student demonstrates an understanding of how energy can be transformed, transferred, and conserved by demonstrating energy (e.g., nuclear, electromagnetic, chemical, mechanical, thermal) transfers and transformations by comparing useful energy to tota
[11] SB3.1. The student demonstrates an understanding of the interactions between matter and energy and the effects of these interactions on systems by predicting how an atom can interact with other atoms based on its electron configuration and verifying the results.
[11] SB3.2. The student demonstrates an understanding of the interactions between matter and energy and the effects of these interactions on systems by researching applications of nuclear reactions in which a small amount of matter is converted directly into a huge a
[11] SB4.2. The student demonstrates an understanding of motions, forces, their characteristics, relationships, and effects by conducting an experiment to explore the relationship between magnetic forces and electric forces to show that they can be thought of as diff
AK.C1.Concepts of Life Science (SC1, SC2, SC3)
Concepts of Life Science (SC1, SC2, SC3)
[11] SC1.1. The student demonstrates an understanding of how science explains changes in life forms over time, including genetics, heredity, the process of natural selection and biological evolution by relating the structure of DNA to characteristics of an organism.
[11] SC1.2. The student demonstrates an understanding of how science explains changes in life forms over time, including genetics, heredity, the process of natural selection and biological evolution by researching how the processes of natural selection cause changes
[11] SC2.1. The student demonstrates an understanding of the structure, function, behavior, development, life cycles, and diversity of living organisms by describing the structure-function relationship
[11] SC2.3. The student demonstrates an understanding of the structure, function, behavior, development, life cycles, and diversity of living organisms by describing the functions and interdependencies of the organs within the immune system and within the endocrine s
[11] SC3.1. The student demonstrates an understanding that all organisms are linked to each other and their physical environments through the transfer and transformation of matter and energy by relating the carbon cycle to global climate change.
[11] SC3.2. The student demonstrates an understanding that all organisms are linked to each other and their physical environments through the transfer and transformation of matter and energy by analyzing the potential impacts of changes (e.g., climate change, habitatQuiz, Flash Cards, Worksheet, Game Oceans
AK.D1.Concepts of Earth Science (SD1, SD2, SD3, SD4)
Concepts of Earth Science (SD1, SD2, SD3, SD4)
[11] SD1.1. The student demonstrates an understanding of geochemical cycles by creating a model to demonstrate the rock cycle. (L)
[11] SD1.2. The student demonstrates an understanding of geochemical cycles by integrating knowledge of the water cycle and biogeochemical cycling to explain changes in the Earth's surface. (L)
[11] SD2.1. The student demonstrates an understanding of the forces that shape Earth by recognizing the dynamic interaction of erosion and deposition including human causes.
[11] SD2.2. The student demonstrates an understanding of the forces that shape Earth by describing how the theory of plate tectonics explains the dynamic nature of its surface.
[11] SD3.1. The student demonstrates an understanding of cycles influenced by energy from the sun and by Earth's position and motion in our solar system by describing causes, effects, preventions, and mitigations of human impact on climate.Quiz, Flash Cards, Worksheet, Game Climate
[11] SD4.1. The student demonstrates an understanding of the theories regarding the origin and evolution of the universe by describing phenomena in the universe (i.e., black holes, nebula)
[11] SD4.2. The student demonstrates an understanding of the theories regarding the origin and evolution of the universe by using evidence to explain how the position of stars changes in the expanding universe.
[11] SD4.4. The student demonstrates an understanding of the theories regarding the origin and evolution of the universe by describing the Big Bang Theory and exploring the evidence that supports it. (L)
AK.G1.History and Nature of Science (SG1, SG2,SG3, SG4)
History and Nature of Science (SG1, SG2,SG3, SG4)
[11] SG3.1. The student demonstrates an understanding that scientific knowledge is ongoing and subject to change by investigating instances when scientists' observations were not in accord with prevailing ideas of the time. (L)
AK.RST.11-12.Reading Standards for Literacy in Science and Technical Subjects
Reading Standards for Literacy in Science and Technical Subjects
Craft and StructureRST.11-12.4. Determine the meaning of symbols, key terms, and other domain-specific words and phrases as they are used in a specific scientific or technical context relevant to grades 11-12 texts and topics.
AK.SB.Concepts of Physical Science: A student should understand and be able to apply the concepts, models, theories, universal principles, and facts that explain the physical world. A student who meets the content standard should:
Concepts of Physical Science: A student should understand and be able to apply the concepts, models, theories, universal principles, and facts that explain the physical world. A student who meets the content standard should:
SB1. Develop an understanding of the characteristic properties of matter and the relationship of these properties to their structure and behavior.
SB2. Develop an understanding that energy appears in different forms, can be transformed from one form to another, can be transferred or moved from one place or system to another, may be unavailable for use, and is ultimately conserved.
SB3. Develop an understanding of the interactions between matter and energy, including physical, chemical, and nuclear changes, and the effects of these interactions on physical systems.
SB4. Develop an understanding of motions, forces, their characteristics and relationships, and natural forces and their effects.
AK.SC.Concepts of Life Science: A student should understand and be able to apply the concepts, models, theories, facts, evidence, systems, and processes of life science. A student who meets the content standard should:
Concepts of Life Science: A student should understand and be able to apply the concepts, models, theories, facts, evidence, systems, and processes of life science. A student who meets the content standard should:
SC1. Develop an understanding of how science explains changes in life forms over time, including genetics, heredity, the process of natural selection, and biological evolution.
SC2. Develop an understanding of the structure, function, behavior, development, life cycles, and diversity of living organisms.
SC3. Develop an understanding that all organisms are linked to each other and their physical environments through the transfer and transformation of matter and energy.
AK.SD.Concepts of Earth Science: A student should understand and be able to apply the concepts, processes, theories, models, evidence, and systems of earth and space sciences. A student who meets the content standard should:
Concepts of Earth Science: A student should understand and be able to apply the concepts, processes, theories, models, evidence, and systems of earth and space sciences. A student who meets the content standard should:
SD1. Develop an understanding of Earth's geochemical cycles.
SD2. Develop an understanding of the origins, ongoing processes, and forces that shape the structure, composition, and physical history of the Earth.
SD3. Develop an understanding of the cyclical changes controlled by energy from the sun and by Earth's position and motion in our solar system.
SD4. Develop an understanding of the theories regarding the origin and evolution of the universe.
AK.SG.History and Nature of Science: A student should understand the history and nature of science. A student who meets the content standard should:
History and Nature of Science: A student should understand the history and nature of science. A student who meets the content standard should:
SG1. Develop an understanding that historical perspectives of scientific explanations demonstrate that scientific knowledge changes over time, building on prior knowledge.
SG2. Develop an understanding that the advancement of scientific knowledge embraces innovation and requires empirical evidence, repeatable investigations, logical arguments, and critical review in striving for the best possible explanations of the natural worl