HS-LS4-5

Evaluate the evidence supporting claims that changes in environmental conditions may result in: (1) increases in the number of individuals of some species, (2) the emergence of new species over time, and (3) the extinction of other species.

Clarification statement: Emphasis is on determining cause and effect relationships for how changes to the environment such as deforestation, fishing, introduction of invasive species, application of fertilizers, drought, flood, and the rate of change of the environment affect distribution or disappearance of traits in species.

Resources

Examples and discussion of resources for the learning, teaching, and assessment of HS-LS4-5.

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Assessment

What assessment of HS-LS4-5 might look like on a NY state exam.

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NGSS Dimensions

Performance expectation HS-LS4-5 was developed using the following elements from the NRC document A Framework for K-12 Science Education:

Science and engineering practices

Disciplinary core ideas

Crosscutting concepts

Connections to Other Standards

HS-LS4-5 connections to ELA, math, and other science standards as outlined by the NYS Education Department:

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