A STUDENT SHOULD KNOW THAT:

A. SPECIFIC TOOLS AND STRATEGIES ARE APPROPRIATE FOR INFORMATION-GATHERING AND 
     PROBLEM-SOLVING.

A STUDENT SHOULD BE ABLE TO:

• Classify -- Arrange and distribute objects, events or information in groups according to some method or system.
• Collect and Record Data -- Collect information about objects and events related to a specific situation and record them in some way such as in a journal, on a table, list, graph, etc.
• Communicate -- Exchange information through a variety of media such as writing, speaking, listening, performing, illustrating, and viewing.
• Construct Models -- Display information by means of graphic illustrations, including concept maps, analogies, or other multisensory representation.
• Formulate Hypotheses -- Construct a statement that is tentative and testable about what is thought likely to be true, based on reasoning.
• Generalize -- Draw general conclusions from particulars.
• Infer -- Draw a conclusion based on reasoning to explain an observation.
• Interpret Data -- Analyze data by determining patterns or relationships in the data; data may be presented in the form of tables, graphs, diagrams, and concept maps.
• Judge Reasonableness -- Decide whether a measurement or answer makes sense.
• Manipulate Materials -- Handle or treat materials and equipment skillfully and effectively; perform acts that replicate demonstrated symbols, patterns, or procedures.
• Observe -- Become aware of an object or event by using any of the senses or extensions of the senses to identify properties.
• Predict -- Make a forecast of future events or conditions expected to exist.
• Question -- Express curiosity as a testable question. A testable question is one that establishes conditions that are varied and can be tested.
• Use Mathematics -- Apply mathematical rules to calculate quantities or to determine relationships; accuracy to be estimated to the nearest 1/2 unit.