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Scientific Questioning, Variables, and Controlled Investigations
5th Grade · Science · Open Global Science
7 lessons
Goal
Formulate testable scientific questions and engineering problems, design controlled fair tests with identified variables, and follow safety and stewardship practices.
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Defining Engineering Problems and Design Criteria
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Curriculum Framework
5th Grade · Science · Open Global Science
1
7 lessons
Scientific Questioning, Variables, and Controlled Investigations
Formulate testable scientific questions and engineering problems, design controlled fair tests with identified variables, and follow safety and stewardship practices.
2
10 lessons
Precision Laboratory Tools and Metric Measurement
Select, calibrate, and safely operate standard scientific tools to collect accurate quantitative metric data.
3
8 lessons
Data Analysis, Mathematical Patterns, and Sources of Error
Organize empirical data into structured formats, analyze numerical trends, and evaluate experimental limitations.
4
6 lessons
Scientific Modeling and Engineering Solutions
Build physical and digital models, evaluate their constraints, and iterate engineering solutions against design criteria.
5
7 lessons
Crosscutting Concepts and Evidence-Based Explanations
Construct evidence-based scientific explanations using crosscutting themes, technical vocabulary, and cited secondary sources.
6
6 lessons
STEM in Society, Collaborative Discourse, and Careers
Engage in collaborative scientific discourse, appreciate community and historical knowledge, and explore how STEM innovations solve societal challenges.