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STANDARD 5.1 (SCIENTIFIC PROCESSES): by Grade 12

Strands with Cumulative Progress Indicators

A. Habits of Mind

  1. When making decisions, evaluate conclusions, weigh evidence, and recognize that arguments may not have equal merit.
  2. Assess the risks and benefits associated with alternative solutions.
  3. Engage in collaboration, peer review, and accurate reporting of findings.
  4. Explore cases that demonstrate the interdisciplinary nature of the scientific enterprise.

B. Inquiry and Problem Solving

  1. Select and use appropriate instrumentation to design and conduct investigations.
  2. Show that experimental results can lead to new questions and further investigations.

C. Safety

  1. Understand, evaluate and practice safe procedures for conducting science investigations.