Standard: Scientific Ways of Knowing

Students realize that the current body of scientific knowledge must be based on evidence, be predictive, logical, subject to modification and limited to the natural world. This includes demonstrating an understanding that scientific knowledge grows and advances as new evidence is discovered to support or modify existing theories, as well as to encourage the development of new theories. Students are able to reflect on ethical scientific practices and demonstrate an understanding of how the current body of scientific knowledge reflects the historical and cultural contributions of women and men who provide us with a more reliable and comprehensive understanding of the natural world.

• Benchmark A: [9-10]
  Explain that scientific knowledge must be based on evidence, be predictive, logical, subject to modification and limited to the natural world.
  

• Benchmark B: [9-10]
  Explain how scientific inquiry is guided by knowledge, observations, ideas and questions.
  

• Benchmark C: [9-10]
  Describe the ethical practices and guidelines in which science operates.
  

• Benchmark D: [9-10]
  Recognize that scientific literacy is part of being a knowledgeable citizen.