High School Science

Grades K–5, Science Category Interpretation of Data (IOD) This category measures students’ ability to manipulate and analyze scientific Approximately 45-55% of the science subtest questions are in this category. Scientific Investigation (SIN) This category measures student knowledge of experimental tools, procedures and experimental design – including identifying variables and controls. Questions in this category may ask students to compare, extend, and modify experiments. Approximately 20-30% of the science subtest questions are in this category. data presented in tables, graphs and diagrams.

ACT Readiness Standards in Science IOD 201 . Select one piece of data from a simple data presentation (e.g., a simple food web diagram). IOD 202 . Identify basic features of a table, graph, or diagram (e.g. units of measurement). IOD 203. Find basic information in text that describes a simple data presentation.

Example(s) of Related Utah Science Standards Grade 3 Standard V. Objective 2c: Predict, measure, and graph the temperature changes produced by a variety of mechanical or electrical devices while they are operating. Grade 4 Standard II. Objective 2: Interpret recorded weather data for simple patterns. b. Graph recorded data to show daily and seasonal patterns in weather. Grade 3 ILO.2.c : Pose questions about objects, events and processes . Grade 4 ILO.2.h : Use observations to construct a reasonable explanation Grade 5 ILO.1.f: Plan and conduct simple experiments. Grade 5 ILO.1.g: Formulate simple research questions

What could this look like in practices in grades K–5? • Have students locate data in simple tables and graphs. • Have students become familiar with different types of graphs (e.g., line graphs, pie charts, bar graphs). • Have students become familiar

with units of measurement commonly used in science.

SIN 202. Understand the tools and functions of tools used in a simple experiment. SIN 401. Understand a simple experimental design.

• Have students observe

experiments being performed and discuss what was done and why.

• Have students design a

procedure to investigate a specific research question.

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