Implementing Texas State Standards
In this curriculum unit the following Texas Standards will be met:
- SCI.7.02 Make wise choices in the use and conservation of resources.
- SCI.7.1.03 Plan and implement investigative procedures.
- SCI.7.1.07 Construct graphs and charts using tools including computers to organize,
- examine, and evaluate data.
- SCI.6.3.03 Investigate and identify energy transformations occurring during the
- production of energy for human use such as heat energy to electrical energy.
- IPC.3.03 Analyze the efficiency of energy conversions that are responsible for the
- production of electricity.
- SCI.6.3.08 Research and describe energy types from their source to their use and
- determine if the type is renewable, non-renewable, or inexhaustible.
- IPC.3.02 Investigate the transference of heat through conduction and radiation.
- IPC.3.04 Investigate, compare and evaluate the economic impact of various energy
- sources such as rechargeable or disposable batteries, and solar cells.
- SCI.6.3.05 Describe how electricity is produced.
- SCI.7.4.03 Relate the relationship between the tilt of the Earth on its axis and the
- seasons.
- SCI.7.4.10 Identify ways in which various resources can be recycled and reused.
- SCI.7.4.11 Make inferences and draw conclusions about effects of human activities on
- Earth's resources.
- TEXH.7.20 Use problem-solving and decision-making skills to pose solutions to
- problems related to the use of resources and technological innovations,
- scientific discoveries, and the environment.
- ENG.110.23b.2B The students will analyze and use persuasive techniques.
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