STANDARD 10 - Science, Technology and Society
The competent science teacher understands the interaction among science, technology and
society including historical and contemporary development of major scientific ideas and
technological innovations.

Knowledge Indicators: The competent science teacher
10A. Understands the ways that science and technology affect people's everyday lives, societal values
and systems, the environment, new knowledge and technologies throughout history.
10B. Understands the processes and effects of scientific and technological breakthroughs and their
effect on other fields of study, careers and job markets.

Performance Indicators: The competent science teacher
10C. Evaluates the efficacy of criteria to determine the effects of policies on local scientific,
environmental and technological issues.
10D. Investigates and evaluates the credibility of scientific claims made in the media, during public
debates, or in advertising or marketing campaigns.
10E. Investigates issues by defining and clearly articulating the scientific, technological and societal
connections to be investigated, as well as, evaluating the consequences, implications and
potential options for resolution.