Content Standard M: Implications of Science & Technology "Big Ideas"

Revised 8/6/03

'Big Idea'
Grades K-2
Grades 3-4
Grades 5-8

Grades 9-12

1.Scientific and technological developments impact our way of life.

M2, M5

M1, M3

M1, M7

M4, M6

2.Societal values and resources impact scientific and technological development.

M1, M4

M2, M5, M7

M1, M5, M6

3.Scientific and technological developments impact the environment.

M3, M4

M3, M4

M1, M4, M7

M2, M4

4.Science and technology has changed over time.

M2

M2

M5

5.Science and technology are human endeavors.

M1

M2

M8

6.All scientific and technological developments have risks and benefits.

M4

M1, M6

M2, M4

7. All scientific and technological developments have ethical implications.

M2, M3, M6

M2, M3, M4

8. Scientific and technological developments impact cultural beliefs and values.

M5

M4, M5

Local Assessment Benchmarks
M2
M4
M1 or M4
M3

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