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Science.4.1.G

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The student is expected to

develop and use models to represent phenomena, objects, and processes or design a prototype for a solution to a problem.

A student expectation is directly related to the knowledge and skills statement, is more specific about how students demonstrate their learning, and always begins with a verb. Student expectations are further broken down into their component parts, often referred to as “breakouts.”

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SCIENCE.4.1.G — Vertical Alignment

Vertical alignment shows student expectations in the same subject area at different grade levels that are related to or build upon one another.

Previous grade
S.K.1.G

develop and use models to represent phenomena, objects, and processes or design a prototype for a solution to a problem.

S.1.1.G

develop and use models to represent phenomena, objects, and processes or design a prototype for a solution to a problem.

S.2.1.G

develop and use models to represent phenomena, objects, and processes or design a prototype for a solution to a problem.

S.3.1.G

develop and use models to represent phenomena, objects, and processes or design a prototype for a solution to a problem.

S.4.1.G

develop and use models to represent phenomena, objects, and processes or design a prototype for a solution to a problem.

S.5.1.G
develop and use models to represent phenomena, objects, and processes or design a prototype for a solution to a problem.
S.6.1.G
develop and use models to represent phenomena, systems, processes, or solutions to engineering problems; and
S.7.1.G
develop and use models to represent phenomena, systems, processes, or solutions to engineering problems; and
S.8.1.G
develop and use models to represent phenomena, systems, processes, or solutions to engineering problems; and
IPC.1.G
develop and use models to represent phenomena, systems, processes, or solutions to engineering problems; and
CHEM.1.G
develop and use models to represent phenomena, systems, processes, or solutions to engineering problems; and
PHYS.1.G
develop and use models to represent phenomena, systems, processes, or solutions to engineering problems; and
AQUA.1.G
develop and use models to represent phenomena, systems, processes, or solutions to engineering problems; and
ASTRO.1.G
develop and use models to represent phenomena, systems, processes, or solutions to engineering problems; and
EARTH.1.G
develop and use models to represent phenomena, systems, processes, or solutions to engineering problems; and
ENVIR.1.G
develop and use models to represent phenomena, systems, processes, or solutions to engineering problems; and
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SCIENCE.4.1.G — Breakout of skills

Breakouts are the component parts that make up a student expectation. A breakout shows a distinct concept a student should know or a distinct skill that a student should be able to demonstrate.

The student is expected to
develop models to represent
objects or design a prototype for a solution to a problem
phenomena or design a prototype for a solution to a problem
processes or design a prototype for a solution to a problem
use models to represent
objects or design a prototype for a solution to a problem
phenomena or design a prototype for a solution to a problem
processes or design a prototype for a solution to a problem

Cross-curricular Connections

The cross-curricular connections are designed to help educators make content connections between the science TEKS and math, English language arts and reading, social studies, and technology applications. The standards below illustrate alignment between grade level content areas which may help educators develop cross-curricular lessons. These connections do not represent all possible connections that might be made.
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Math

Math.4.1.B use a problem-solving model that incorporates analyzing given information, formulating a plan or strategy, determining a solution, justifying the solution, and evaluating the problem-solving process and the reasonableness of the solution

Math.4.1.D communicate mathematical ideas, reasoning, and their implications using multiple representations, including symbols, diagrams, graphs, and language as appropriate

Math.4.3.E represent and solve addition and subtraction of fractions with equal denominators using objects and pictorial models that build to the number line and properties of operations

Math.4.5.A represent multi-step problems involving the four operations with whole numbers using strip diagrams and equations with a letter standing for the unknown quantity

Math.4.5.C use models to determine the formulas for the perimeter of a rectangle (l + w + l + w or 2l + 2w), including the special form for perimeter of a square (4s) and the area of a rectangle (l x w)

Social Studies

SS.4.20.A apply mapping elements, including grid systems, legends, symbols, scales, and compass roses, to create and interpret maps

English Language Arts and Reading

ELAR.4.6.D create mental images to deepen understanding

ELAR.4.7.E interact with sources in meaningful ways such as notetaking, annotating, freewriting, or illustrating

Technology Applications

TA.4.3.B apply an appropriate design process that includes components to improve processes and refine original products for authentic problems

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