Cognitive Outcomes:
- Understanding of Scientific Concepts: Students can explain fundamental scientific concepts, theories, and principles related to the physical, Earth, and life sciences.
- Scientific Inquiry and Problem Solving: Students can apply the scientific method to design experiments, collect and analyze data, and draw evidence-based conclusions.
- Critical Thinking and Data Interpretation: Students can evaluate scientific information, identify patterns, and make logical deductions from data.
- Technological Literacy: Students can understand the basic principles of technology, its applications, and its impact on society.
Process Skills Outcomes:
- Observation and Documentation: Students can use their senses and appropriate tools to make observations, collect data, and record information.
- Measurement and Estimation: Students can measure quantities accurately, estimate values, and use appropriate units of measurement.
- Communication and Representation: Students can communicate their scientific understanding effectively through written reports, oral presentations, and visual representations.
- Safety and Ethics: Students can follow safety protocols and demonstrate an understanding of ethical considerations in science.
Attitudinal Outcomes:
- Curiosity and Exploration: Students show a keen interest in scientific phenomena and actively engage in investigations.
- Critical and Analytical Thinking: Students question assumptions, seek evidence, and form reasoned opinions.
- Collaboration and Communication: Students work effectively with others to share ideas, conduct experiments, and present results.
- Appreciation of Science and Technology: Students recognize the importance of science and its applications in everyday life and society.
Specific Learning Outcomes by Grade Level:
Grade 1-2:
- Understand basic concepts of physical science (e.g., states of matter, forces)
- Use simple tools for measurement and data collection
- Conduct basic experiments and draw simple conclusions
Grade 3-4:
- Develop an understanding of life science (e.g., plants, animals, ecosystems)
- Plan and conduct more complex experiments
- Communicate scientific findings using graphs and charts
Grade 5-6:
- Explore Earth science topics (e.g., weather, rocks)
- Investigate technological advancements and their impact
- Apply science and technology skills to real-world problems