Ohio Science Academic Content Standards (2002)
Earth and Space Sciences
Benchmarks (9–10)
D.
Describe the finite nature of Earth's resources and those human activities that can conserve or deplete Earth's resources.
Benchmarks (11–12)
C.
Explain that humans are an integral part of the Earth's system and the choices humans make today impact natural systems in the future.
Grade Level Indicators (Grade 10)
5.
Explain how the acquisition and use of resources, urban growth and waste disposal can accelerate natural change and impact the quality of life.
Grade Level Indicators (Grade 11)
13.
Explain how human behavior affects the basic processes of natural ecosystems and the quality of the atmosphere, hydrosphere and lithosphere.
Scientific Inquiry
Benchmarks (9–10)
A.
Participate in and apply the processes of scientific investigation to create models and to design, conduct, evaluate and communicate the results of these investigations.
Benchmarks (11–12)
A.
Make appropriate choices when designing and participating in scientific investigations by using cognitive and manipulative skills when collecting data and formulating conclusions from the data.
Grade Level Indicators (Grade 9)
5.
Develop oral and written presentations using clear language, accurate data, appropriate graphs, tables, maps and available technology.
6.
Draw logical conclusions based on scientific knowledge and evidence from investigations.
Grade Level Indicators (Grade 10)
2.
Present scientific findings using clear language, accurate data, appropriate graphs, tables, maps and available technology.
4.
Draw conclusions from inquiries based on scientific knowledge and principles, the use of logic and evidence (data) from investigations.
Grade Level Indicators (Grade 11)
1.
Formulate testable hypotheses. Develop and explain the appropriate procedures, controls and variables (dependent and independent) in scientific experimentation.
3.
Design and carry out scientific inquiry (investigation), communicate and critique results through peer review.
5.
Summarize data and construct a reasonable argument based on those data and other known information.
Grade Level Indicators (Grade 12)
1.
Formulate testable hypotheses. Develop and explain the appropriate procedures, controls and variables (dependent and independent) in scientific experimentation.
National Science Education Standards
Science as Inquiry
Abilities necessary to do scientific inquiry (Grades 9 - 12)
Earth and Space Science
Structure of the earth system (Grades 5 - 8)
Science in Personal and Social Perspectives
Environmental quality (Grades 9 - 12)