11th Grade Draw Evidence-based Conclusions Passages

Develop skills to critically evaluate online information by identifying misinformation in science-related content. Focus on applying analytical skills to verify sources and distinguish credible science news from misleading information.

Examine psychological and behavioral reasons behind human inclination to conform and follow the crowd, highlighting essential concepts of social influence and peer pressure. Gain insight into human behavior patterns and develop a nuanced understanding of conformity's effects, fostering critical analysis and independent thinking skills.

Students will develop the ability to craft a career comparison research paper by analyzing and contrasting different professions. The learning process focuses on enhancing analytical skills and gaining insights into career decision-making. Participants will explore various organizational structures and utilize research techniques to understand similarities and differences in selected careers.

Understand how scientific recommendations change over time, focusing on the impact of new evidence and research. Gain insights into how the scientific process adapts to emerging information, fostering enhanced critical thinking skills in science.

Mathematics is essential for understanding patterns in nature and plays a crucial role in science and technology. Learners develop skills in analyzing mathematical applications and recognize the significance of mathematical literacy in everyday decision-making.

Students will explore how natural selection impacts traits in rabbit populations, concentrating on teeth and fur mutations under varying environmental conditions. The experience provides insights into genetic concepts, including dominant and recessive traits, the influence of the environment on trait frequency, and the ability to predict outcomes based on evolutionary scenarios. Learners will develop skills in understanding genetics and evolutionary biology principles through analysis and prediction.

Focuses on text interpretation skills through analyzing excerpts from "A Christmas Carol" by Charles Dickens. Enhances critical reading and comprehension abilities by examining character descriptions and settings to understand themes and character dynamics.

Examine the core standards governing expert testimony in legal cases, emphasizing the Frye and Daubert principles. Understand how expert opinions are evaluated in courtrooms and learn the criteria for admissibility based on scientific acceptance and reliability.