Science,+Technology,+and+Society

Pre-K-2
No performance indicator.

Although no performance indicators are stated, students are expected to have instructional experiences that describe influences of science and technology on their own lives.

3-5
Students identify and describe the influences of science and technology on people and the environment.

a. Explain how scientific and technological information can help people make safe and healthy decisions. b. Give examples of changes in the environment caused by natural or man-made influences. c. Explain that natural resources are limited, and that reusing, recycling, and reducing materials and using renewable resources is important.

6-8
Students identify and describe the role of science and technology in addressing personal and societal challenges.

a. Describe how science and technology can help address societal challenges including population, natural hazards, sustainability, personal health and safety, and environmental quality. b. Identify personal choices that can either positively or negatively impact society including population, ecosystem sustainability, personal health, and environmental quality. c. Identify factors that influence the development and use of science and technology.

9-Diploma
Students describe the role of science and technology in creating and solving contemporary issues and challenges.

a. Explain how science and technology influence the carrying capacity and sustainability of the planet. b. Explain how ethical, societal, political, economic, and cultural factors influence personal health, safety, and the quality of the environment. c. Explain how ethical, societal, political, economic, religious, and cultural factors influence the development and use of science and technology.