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6f Select appropriate tools (e.g., thermometers, meter sticks, balances, and graduated cylinders) and make quantitative observations.
Holistic Rating: Moderate coverage of this standard.
Pages S2-S11 provide background on science process skills. The Wrap-Up for each Unit (pages A96, B96, C96, D64, and E96) and pages C44-C45 provide moderate coverage of this standard.
Pages A61, A71 (Investigate Further) and A82-A83 provide limited coverage. |
Aspects that help student learning:
Each Unit Wrap-Up asks students to pose a question to investigate, and provides a sample question. The directions then lead students to "Make a Hypothesis," "Plan and Do a Test," "Record and Analyze," and "Draw Conclusions." Examples are provided based on the sample question.
Pages H6-H9 describe some tools for making quantitative measurements.
Aspects that do not help student learning:
The "Plan and Do a Test" section assumes students will investigate the suggested sample hypothesis rather than investigate their own question! This needs to be clarified for students so they investigate their own questions. Student text does not provide assistance in developing and improving the skill of selecting appropriate tools for an investigation.
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