All science teachers will demonstrate competence in the core science standards. In addition, all science
teachers will demonstrate competence in at least one of the science designation areas: Biology,
Chemistry, Earth and Space Science, Environmental Science, and/or Physics.

STANDARD 1 - Science as Inquiry
The competent science teacher understands scientific inquiry and has the ability to conduct
scientific inquiry.

Knowledge Indicators: The competent science teacher
1A. Understands assumptions, processes, purposes, requirements and tools of scientific inquiry.
1B. Understands mathematical processes and tools for collecting, managing, and communicating
information.
1C. Understands different approaches to conducting scientific investigations.
Performance Indicators: The competent science teacher
1D. Plans and conducts scientific investigations using appropriate tools and technology.
1E. Applies mathematical and statistical methods to collect, analyze, and communicate results of
investigations.
1F. Displays, illustrates, and defends the results of an investigation.
1G. Uses evidence and logic in developing proposed explanations that address scientific questions
and hypotheses.