Science
Science is the use of evidence to construct testable explanations and
predictions of natural phenomena, as well as the knowledge generated
through this process. Science and engineering are significant parts of
human culture and represent many of the pinnacles of human achievement.
Not only is learning about the world around us important, science and
engineering can improve people's lives in significant ways. In order to
make informed decisions, it is imperative that we have knowledge of
science to help with those decisions. Many of the challenges we face
today are rooted in science, and it is important that we focus on the
need for science and engineering professionals to keep Pennsylvania
competitive in both the national and international arenas.
Learning experiences for students, from PreK
through high school must actively engage students in the scientific
practices to deepen their understanding of the core ideas in the
sciences. These investigations must engage students with questions
about the world and how scientists have investigated and answered
questions.
In Pennsylvania schools, it is our expectation
that all students have experiences within all areas of science, which
include the Physical Sciences, Life Sciences and Earth and Space
Science.