Students apply problem-solving skills when gathering, analyzing, and interpreting scientific information. 7.2.1-b Compare and contrast science concepts. Make inferences, predictions, and interpretations. 7.2.1-e Draw valid conclusions. Standard 3 Communicate scientific information effectively in several formats through a variety of resources .
Students communicate, in writing and orally, scientific information, procedures, and explanations.
7.3.1-b Use models, illustrations, and diagrams to communicate ideas. 7.3.1-c Write an informational summary, stating main idea and supporting details. 7.3.1-d Explain orally to peers science concepts, procedures, results, and explanations. Benchmark 7.3.2 Students acquire and analyze scientific information from a variety of sources. 7.3.2-a Gather information from written, oral, and visual sources.