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Science.K.8.A

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The student is expected to

communicate the idea that objects can only be seen when a light source is present and compare the effects of different amounts of light on the appearance of objects; and

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.K.8.A — 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.

S.K.8.A

communicate the idea that objects can only be seen when a light source is present and compare the effects of different amounts of light on the appearance of objects; and

S.K.8.B

demonstrate and explain that light travels through some objects and is blocked by other objects, creating shadows.

S.3.8.A

identify everyday examples of energy, including light, sound, thermal, and mechanical; and

S.5.8.C
demonstrate and explain how light travels in a straight line and can be reflected, refracted, or absorbed.
IPC.7.D
explain how electrons can transition from a high energy level to a low energy state, emitting photons at different frequencies for different energy transitions;
PHYS.9.A
describe the photoelectric effect and emission spectra produced by various atoms and how both are explained by the photon model for light;
PHYS.8.F
investigate the emission spectra produced by various atoms and explain the relationship to the electromagnetic spectrum; and
PHYS.9.C
compare and explain how superposition of quantum states is related to the wave-particle duality nature of light; and
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Recurring themes and concepts — Connections to the content

Recurring themes and concepts provide a connective structure for scientific ideas across disciplines. The connection(s) below show some ways that teachers can help students understand how the content they are learning fits into the broader understanding of science. These connections do not represent all possible connections that might be made but highlight some that are appropriate for this grade level.
Cause-and-effect relationships

Cause and effect relationships are relationships between two or more variables or phenomena whereby one variable or event leads to a predictable response. Events have causes—sometimes simple, sometimes multi-faceted.
 

When light shines on an object (cause), it can be seen (effect). When the amount of light changes (cause), the appearance of an object might change (effect) but the object itself will not change.

Stability and change

Stability describes a system that does not change at the observed scale. In a stable system, a small disturbance will die out and the system will return to a stable state. Change in the system can come from modifying a factor or condition.
 

Consider a system which contains light sources, an object, and an observer. When different amounts of light are shone on an object, the change in the amount of light changes the observer's perception of the object.
 

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.K.1.D communicate mathematical ideas, reasoning, and their implications using multiple representations, including symbols, diagrams, graphs, and language as appropriate

Math.K.7.B compare two objects with a common measurable attribute to see which object has more of/less of the attribute and describe the difference

English Language Arts and Reading

ELAR.K.1.C share information and ideas by speaking audibly and clearly using the conventions of language

ELAR.K.12.D demonstrate understanding of information gathered with adult assistance

ELAR.K.12.E use an appropriate mode of delivery, whether written, oral, or multimodal, to present results

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