STANDARD 5.2    (SCIENCE AND SOCIETY)    ALL STUDENTS WILL DEVELOP AN UNDERSTANDING OF HOW PEOPLE OF VARIOUS CULTURES HAVE CONTRIBUTED TO THE ADVANCEMENT OF SCIENCE AND TECHNOLOGY, AND HOW MAJOR DISCOVERIES AND EVENTS HAVE ADVANCED SCIENCE AND TECHNOLOGY.

 

Descriptive Statement:  Science is a human endeavor involving successes and failures, trials and tribulations. Students should know that great numbers of people from many cultures have contributed to our understanding of science and that science has a rich and fascinating history. This standard encourages students to learn about the people and events that have shaped or revolutionized important scientific theories and concepts.

 

 Cumulative Progress Indicators

 

By the end of Grade 4, students will:

 

A.     Cultural Contributions

 1.         Describe how people in different cultures have made and continue to make contributions to science and technology.

 

B.     Historical Perspectives

 1.         Hear, read, write, and talk about scientists and inventors in historical context.

 

Link to Standard 5.2 Grade 5-8

 

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