Science K-2
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The connections listed in the first table (Direct TEKS Connections) are Science
student expectations that directly mention the use of technology (or related terminology).
Other resources for teaching Science can be found at the Science Center for Educator Development.  |
| Direct TEKS Connections |
| The introduction to the Science
TEKS at all grade levels states that students are expected to "use computers and
information technology tools to support their investigations." |
| SC |
Student Expectations
references in parentheses represent similar student
expectations at different grade levels |
TA Connections |
K.4B |
make observations using tools including hand lenses, balance,
cups, bowls, and computers (SC K.4B, 1.4A, 2.4A ) |
(K-2) 5A |
| 1.4A |
collect information using tools including hand lenses,
clocks, computers, thermometers, and balances (SC K.4B, 1.4A, 2.4A ) |
(K-2) 4B,
5A |
| 2.4A |
collect information using tools including rulers, meter
sticks, computers, and balances (SC K.4B, 1.4A, 2.4A ) |
(K-2) 4B,
5A |
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Many combinations of connections are possible that use technology to teach
Science. We encourage teachers to move beyond the direct mention of technology and make
their own connections. The following table (Indirect TEKS Connection) illustrates one
Science student expectation that does not specifically mention technology but is easily
accomplished with technology. Many others are possible. |
| Indirect TEKS Connection |
| SC |
Student Expectations |
TA Connections |
2.7A |
observe, measure, record, analyze, predict, and illustrate changes in
size, mass, temperature, color, position, quantity, sound, and movement |
(K-2) 4B, 7B, 8B, 5A |
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