4-PS4-2
From NY Science Standards Wiki
Develop a model to describe that light reflecting from objects and entering the eyea llows objects to be seen.
Assessment boundary: Assessment does not include knowledge of specific colors reflected and seen, the cellular mechanisms of vision, or how the retina works.
Assessment
What assessment of 4-PS4-2 might look like on a NY state exam.
| Exam | Cluster | Question |
|---|---|---|
| Spring 2026 | Sunlight and Starlight | Question 1 |
Resources
Examples and discussion of resources for the learning, teaching, and assessment of 4-PS4-2.
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NGSS Dimensions
Performance expectation 4-PS4-2 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
4-PS4-2 connections to ELA, math, and other science standards as outlined by the NYS Education Department:
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