MS-LS2-3

Develop a model to describe the cycling of matter and flow of energy among living and nonliving parts of an ecosystem.

Clarification statement: Emphasis is on describing the conservation of matter and flow of energy associated with ecosystem, and on defining the boundaries of the ecosystem.

Assessment boundary: Assessment does not include the use of chemical reactions to describe the processes.

Resources

Examples and discussion of resources for the learning, teaching, and assessment of MS-LS2-3.

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Assessment

What assessment of MS-LS2-3 might look like on a NY state exam.

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NGSS Dimensions

Performance expectation MS-LS2-3 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

MS-LS2-3 connections to ELA, math, and other science standards as outlined by the NYS Education Department:

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