TEKS: Chapter 112. Science See All Teacher Resources

112.36.c.3

Scientific processes. The student uses critical thinking, scientific reasoning, and problem solving to make informed decisions within and outside the classroom. The student is expected to:

• (A)  in all fields of science, analyze, evaluate, and critique scientific explanations by using empirical evidence, logical reasoning, and experimental and observational testing, including examining all sides of scientific evidence of those scientific explanations, so as to encourage critical thinking by the student;

• (B)  communicate and apply scientific information extracted from various sources such as current events, news reports, published journal articles, and marketing materials;

• (C)  draw inferences based on data related to promotional materials for products and services;

• (D)  evaluate the impact of research on scientific thought, society, and public policy;

• (E)  explore careers and collaboration among scientists in Earth and space sciences; and

• (F)  learn and understand the contributions of scientists to the historical development of Earth and space sciences.