Difference between revisions of "MS-LS4-4"
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| ls = Construct an explanation based on evidence that describes how genetic variations of traits in a population increase some individuals’ probability of surviving and reproducing in a specific | | ls = Construct an explanation based on evidence that describes how genetic variations of traits in a population increase some individuals’ probability of surviving and reproducing in a specific | ||
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− | | DCI1 = | + | * Construct an explanation that includes qualitative or quantitative relationships between variables that describe phenomena. |
− | | CC1 = | + | | DCI1 = LS4.B: Natural Selection |
+ | * (NYSED) Natural selection can lead to an increase in the frequency of some traits and the decrease in the frequency of others. | ||
+ | | CC1 = Cause and Effect | ||
+ | * Phenomena may have more than one cause, and some cause and effect relationships in systems can only be described using probability. | ||
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Revision as of 12:34, 30 April 2025
Construct an explanation based on evidence that describes how genetic variations of traits in a population increase some individuals’ probability of surviving and reproducing in a specific environment.
Clarification statement: Emphasis is on using simple probability statements and proportional reasoning to construct explanations.
Resources
Examples and discussion of resources for the learning, teaching, and assessment of MS-LS4-4.

Assessment
What assessment of MS-LS4-4 might look like on a NY state exam.

NGSS Dimensions
Performance expectation MS-LS4-4 was developed using the following elements from the NRC document A Framework for K-12 Science Education:
- Constructing Explanations and Designing Solutions
- Construct an explanation that includes qualitative or quantitative relationships between variables that describe phenomena.
- LS4.B: Natural Selection
- (NYSED) Natural selection can lead to an increase in the frequency of some traits and the decrease in the frequency of others.
- Cause and Effect
- Phenomena may have more than one cause, and some cause and effect relationships in systems can only be described using probability.
Connections to Other Standards
MS-LS4-4 connections to ELA, math, and other science standards as outlined by the NYS Education Department: