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S.B.1
Scientific processes. The student, for at least 40% of instructional time, conducts laboratory and field investigations using safe, environmentally appropriate, and ethical practices. The student is expected to:
S.B.1.A
demonstrate safe practices during laboratory and field investigations; and
OnTrack logo Safety in the Lab
Resource ID: SM0L1 Grade Range: 9 - 12 Subject: Science
Given laboratory scenarios, students will demonstrate an understanding of safe practices during investigations.
OnTrack logo Material Safety Data Sheets
Resource ID: SM0L2 Grade Range: 9 - 12 Subject: Science
Given a laboratory scenario, MSDS, or hazard symbol, students will demonstrate an understanding of safe practices concerning specific hazards of chemical substances as summarized on MSDS information.
OnTrack logo 17 OnTRACK Scientific Process Skills
Grade Range: 9 - 12 Subject: Science
This binder contains seventeen separate resources focused on the scientific processes for conducting laboratory and field investigations.
S.B.1.B
demonstrate an understanding of the use and conservation of resources and the proper disposal or recycling of materials.
OnTrack logo Conservation of Resources
Resource ID: SM0L3 Grade Range: 9 - 12 Subject: Science
Given choices of natural resources and lab materials, students will select disposal and recycling methods that best conserve and protect our resources
OnTrack logo 17 OnTRACK Scientific Process Skills
Grade Range: 9 - 12 Subject: Science
This binder contains seventeen separate resources focused on the scientific processes for conducting laboratory and field investigations.
S.B.2
Scientific processes. The student uses scientific practices and equipment during laboratory and field investigations. The student is expected to:
Proving an Ecosystems Health Through Succession icon Proving an Ecosystem’s Health Through Succession
Lesson Study ID: TXLSR11.020 Grade Range: 9 Subject: Science
Students engage in viewing day three of ecosystem changes in lab groups to determine if the ecosystem is healthy or unhealthy based on scientific data and factors.
S.B.2.A
know the definition of science and understand that it has limitations, as specified in subsection (b)(2) of this section;
S.B.2.B
know that hypotheses are tentative and testable statements that must be capable of being supported or not supported by observational evidence. Hypotheses of durable explanatory power that have been tested over a wide variety of conditions are incorporated into theories;
OnTrack logo Hypothesis
Resource ID: SM0L3e Grade Range: 9 - 12 Subject: Science
Given a series of statements, students will determine if statements are testable hypotheses and determine the hypothesis that best fits a given procedure.
OnTrack logo 17 OnTRACK Scientific Process Skills
Grade Range: 9 - 12 Subject: Science
This binder contains seventeen separate resources focused on the scientific processes for conducting laboratory and field investigations.
S.B.2.C
know scientific theories are based on natural and physical phenomena and are capable of being tested by multiple independent researchers. Unlike hypotheses, scientific theories are well established and highly reliable explanations, but they may be subject to change as new areas of science and new technologies are developed;
OnTrack logo Theories
Resource ID: SM0L4 Grade Range: 9 - 12 Subject: Science
Given laboratory investigation scenarios, students will distinguish between scientific hypotheses and scientific theories.
OnTrack logo 17 OnTRACK Scientific Process Skills
Grade Range: 9 - 12 Subject: Science
This binder contains seventeen separate resources focused on the scientific processes for conducting laboratory and field investigations.
S.B.2.D
distinguish between scientific hypotheses and scientific theories;
OnTrack logo Theories
Resource ID: SM0L4 Grade Range: 9 - 12 Subject: Science
Given laboratory investigation scenarios, students will distinguish between scientific hypotheses and scientific theories.
OnTrack logo 17 OnTRACK Scientific Process Skills
Grade Range: 9 - 12 Subject: Science
This binder contains seventeen separate resources focused on the scientific processes for conducting laboratory and field investigations.
S.B.2.E
plan and implement descriptive, comparative, and experimental investigations, including asking questions, formulating testable hypotheses, and selecting equipment and technology;
OnTrack logo Types of Science Investigations
Resource ID: SM0L3b Grade Range: 9 - 12 Subject: Science
Students will distinguish between descriptive, comparative, and experimental investigations.
OnTrack logo Experimental Design
Resource ID: SM0L3d Grade Range: 9 - 12 Subject: Science
Given investigation scenarios and lab procedures, students will identify independent variables, dependent variables, constants, and control groups.
OnTrack logo Question and Purpose
Resource ID: SM0L3c Grade Range: 9 - 12 Subject: Science
Given laboratory investigation scenarios, students will determine the question or purpose of the procedure.
OnTrack logo 17 OnTRACK Scientific Process Skills
Grade Range: 9 - 12 Subject: Science
This binder contains seventeen separate resources focused on the scientific processes for conducting laboratory and field investigations.
S.B.2.F
collect and organize qualitative and quantitative data and make measurements with accuracy and precision using tools such as data-collecting probes, standard laboratory glassware, microscopes, various prepared slides, stereoscopes, metric rulers, balances, gel electrophoresis apparatuses, micropipettes, hand lenses, Celsius thermometers, hot plates, lab notebooks or journals, timing devices, Petri dishes, lab incubators, dissection equipment, meter sticks, and models, diagrams, or samples of biological specimens or structures;
OnTrack logo Scientific Notation
Resource ID: SM0L11 Grade Range: 9 - 12 Subject: Science
Given quantitative data students will express and manipulate chemical quantities using scientific notation.
OnTrack logo Dimensional Analysis
Resource ID: SM0L10 Grade Range: 9 - 12 Subject: Science
Given quantitative data, students will express and manipulate quantities using dimensional analysis.
OnTrack logo Significant Figures
Resource ID: SM0L12 Grade Range: 9 - 12 Subject: Science
Given quantitative data, students will express and manipulate quantities using the correct number of significant figures.
OnTrack logo Equipment for Biology
Resource ID: BM0L8 Grade Range: 9 - 12 Subject: Science
Given investigation scenarios, students will determine the equipment that best fits the procedure.
OnTrack logo Data Organization
Resource ID: SM0L5 Grade Range: 9 - 12 Subject: Science
Given field and laboratory scenarios and laboratory data, students will construct data tables and graphs, using repeated trials and means to organize data.
OnTrack logo Measurement
Resource ID: SM0L9 Grade Range: 9 - 12 Subject: Science
Given investigation quantitative data, students will determine its degree of precision and/or accuracy and causes for uncertainties in measured data.
OnTrack logo 17 OnTRACK Scientific Process Skills
Grade Range: 9 - 12 Subject: Science
This binder contains seventeen separate resources focused on the scientific processes for conducting laboratory and field investigations.
S.B.2.G
analyze, evaluate, make inferences, and predict trends from data; and
OnTrack logo Data Analysis
Resource ID: SM0L6 Grade Range: 9 - 12 Subject: Science
Given laboratory investigation data in the form of tables, charts, and graphs, students will analyze and predict trends from the data.
OnTrack logo 17 OnTRACK Scientific Process Skills
Grade Range: 9 - 12 Subject: Science
This binder contains seventeen separate resources focused on the scientific processes for conducting laboratory and field investigations.
Proving an Ecosystems Health Through Succession icon Proving an Ecosystem’s Health Through Succession
Lesson Study ID: TXLSR11.020 Grade Range: 9 Subject: Science
Students engage in viewing day three of ecosystem changes in lab groups to determine if the ecosystem is healthy or unhealthy based on scientific data and factors.
Plant Parts and Function icon Plant, Parts, and Function
Lesson Study ID: TXLS130 Grade Range: 9 Subject: Science
Students use prior knowledge of body systems as they make connections to systems in plants. Students learn that some plant systems have similar functions as the respective animal systems. The lesson h...
S.B.2.H
communicate valid conclusions supported by the data through methods such as lab reports, labeled drawings, graphic organizers, journals, summaries, oral reports, and technology-based reports.
OnTrack logo Conclusions and Scientific Explanations
Resource ID: SM0L7 Grade Range: 9 - 12 Subject: Science
Given laboratory investigation data, students will determine the best conclusion based upon that data.
OnTrack logo 17 OnTRACK Scientific Process Skills
Grade Range: 9 - 12 Subject: Science
This binder contains seventeen separate resources focused on the scientific processes for conducting laboratory and field investigations.
Proving an Ecosystems Health Through Succession icon Proving an Ecosystem’s Health Through Succession
Lesson Study ID: TXLSR11.020 Grade Range: 9 Subject: Science
Students engage in viewing day three of ecosystem changes in lab groups to determine if the ecosystem is healthy or unhealthy based on scientific data and factors.
S.B.3
Scientific processes. The student uses critical thinking, scientific reasoning, and problem solving to make informed decisions within and outside the classroom. The student is expected to:
S.B.3.A
analyze, evaluate, and critique scientific explanations by using empirical evidence, logical reasoning, and experimental and observational testing, so as to encourage critical thinking by the student;
OnTrack logo Conclusions and Scientific Explanations
Resource ID: SM0L7 Grade Range: 9 - 12 Subject: Science
Given laboratory investigation data, students will determine the best conclusion based upon that data.
OnTrack logo 17 OnTRACK Scientific Process Skills
Grade Range: 9 - 12 Subject: Science
This binder contains seventeen separate resources focused on the scientific processes for conducting laboratory and field investigations.
S.B.3.B
communicate and apply scientific information extracted from various sources such as current events, published journal articles, and marketing materials;
OnTrack logo Scientific Reasoning
Resource ID: SM0L14 Grade Range: 9 - 12 Subject: Science
Given information extracted from current events, news reports, journal articles, marketing, or promotional materials, students will evaluate the claims for validity.
OnTrack logo 17 OnTRACK Scientific Process Skills
Grade Range: 9 - 12 Subject: Science
This binder contains seventeen separate resources focused on the scientific processes for conducting laboratory and field investigations.
S.B.3.C
draw inferences based on data related to promotional materials for products and services;
OnTrack logo Scientific Reasoning
Resource ID: SM0L14 Grade Range: 9 - 12 Subject: Science
Given information extracted from current events, news reports, journal articles, marketing, or promotional materials, students will evaluate the claims for validity.
OnTrack logo 17 OnTRACK Scientific Process Skills
Grade Range: 9 - 12 Subject: Science
This binder contains seventeen separate resources focused on the scientific processes for conducting laboratory and field investigations.
S.B.3.D
evaluate the impact of scientific research on society and the environment;
S.B.3.E
evaluate models according to their limitations in representing biological objects or events; and
OnTrack logo Scientific Models
Resource ID: SM0L13 Grade Range: 9 - 12 Subject: Science
Given a description or illustration of various models, students will describe how these models represent the natural world and evaluate the advantages and limitations of the models.
OnTrack logo 17 OnTRACK Scientific Process Skills
Grade Range: 9 - 12 Subject: Science
This binder contains seventeen separate resources focused on the scientific processes for conducting laboratory and field investigations.
S.B.3.F
research and describe the history of biology and contributions of scientists.
S.B.4
Science concepts. The student knows that cells are the basic structures of all living things with specialized parts that perform specific functions and that viruses are different from cells. The student is expected to:
S.B.4.A
compare and contrast prokaryotic and eukaryotic cells, including their complexity, and compare and contrast scientific explanations for cellular complexity;
R4 logo Cell Comparisons
Resource ID: R4SCI0006 Grade Range: 9 - 12 Subject: Science
Learners compare a variety of prokaryotes and eukaryotes to determine similarities and differences among and between them.
S.B.4.B
investigate and explain cellular processes, including homeostasis and transport of molecules; and
R4SCI_GW_Resource_Logo Cell Homeostasis: Osmosis
Resource ID: R4SCI0021 Grade Range: 9 - 12 Subject: Science
The focus of this resource is cell homeostasis and, more specifically, osmosis. Students investigate the concept through a virtual lab, recording and analyzing data, creating sketches to represent voc...
OnTrack logo Cell Processes: Photosynthesis
Resource ID: BM1L4 Grade Range: 9 - 12 Subject: Science
Given descriptions or illustrations, students will identify where the reaction of photosynthesis take place and the process and results of photosynthesis.
OnTrack logo Cell Processes: Respiration
Resource ID: BM1L5 Grade Range: 9 - 12 Subject: Science
Given descriptions or illustrations, students will identify where the reaction of respiration take place and the process and results of respiration.
OnTrack logo Cell Processes: Fermentation
Resource ID: BM1L6 Grade Range: 9 - 12 Subject: Science
Given descriptions or illustrations, students will identify where fermentation occurs and the results of fermentation.
Producing Plump Produce icon Producing Plump Produce
Lesson Study ID: TXLS106 Grade Range: 9 Subject: Science
In collaborative groups, the students investigate the transport of water within potato cells placed in various tonicity solutions. Teacher explains the task to the stud...
S.B.4.C
compare the structures of viruses to cells, describe viral reproduction, and describe the role of viruses in causing diseases such as human immunodeficiency virus (HIV) and influenza.
OnTrack logo Virus: Structure
Resource ID: BM1L10 Grade Range: 9 - 12 Subject: Science
Given illustrations, students will distinguish between viral structure and cellular structure.
OnTrack logo Virus: Reproduction
Resource ID: BM1L11 Grade Range: 9 - 12 Subject: Science
Given descriptions and illustrations students will identify and describe the methods of viral reproduction.
OnTrack logo Virus: Disease
Resource ID: BM1L12 Grade Range: 9 - 12 Subject: Science
Given scenarios, illustrations, or descriptions, students will identify major diseases caused by viruses, how viruses cause these diseases, and how the body responds to infection.
FineArts 7 TEKS Exploration: B(4)(C)
Grade Range: 9 - 12 Subject: Science
This binder explores the standard B(4)(C) and provides resources and materials to help teachers understand the TEKS, teach the standard and assess students' understanding of the standard. This binder ...
S.B.5
Science concepts. The student knows how an organism grows and the importance of cell differentiation. The student is expected to:
S.B.5.A
describe the stages of the cell cycle, including deoxyribonucleic acid (DNA) replication and mitosis, and the importance of the cell cycle to the growth of organisms;
S.B.5.B
describe the roles of DNA, ribonucleic acid (RNA), and environmental factors in cell differentiation; and
OnTrack logo Cell Specialization and Differentiation
Resource ID: BM1L8B Grade Range: 9 - 12 Subject: Science
Given examples, descriptions, and illustrations, students will be able to describe the role of DNA, RNA, and environmental factors in cell differentiation.
S.B.5.C
recognize that disruptions of the cell cycle lead to diseases such as cancer.
OnTrack logo Disruptions of the Cell Cycle: Cancer
Resource ID: BM1L9 Grade Range: 9 - 12 Subject: Science
Given illustrations or descriptions, students will identify disruptions of the cell cycle that lead to diseases such as cancer.
S.B.6
Science concepts. The student knows the mechanisms of genetics such as the role of nucleic acids and the principles of Mendelian and non-Mendelian genetics. The student is expected to:
S.B.6.A
identify components of DNA, identify how information for specifying the traits of an organism is carried in the DNA, and examine scientific explanations for the origin of DNA;
S.B.6.B
recognize that components that make up the genetic code are common to all organisms;
S.B.6.C
explain the purpose and process of transcription and translation using models of DNA and RNA;
Science icon Protein Synthesis
Resource ID: R4SCI0004 Grade Range: 9 - 12 Subject: Science
The learner explores the structure and function of the nucleic acids and enzymes important to the process of synthesizing proteins.
OnTrack logo Mechanisms of Genetics: Protein Synthesis
Resource ID: BM2L2 Grade Range: 9 - 12 Subject: Science
Given illustrations or partial DNA or mRNA sequences, students will identify the processes and purposes of transcription and translation.
DNA Sequencing icon DNA Sequencing
Lesson Study ID: TXLS128 Grade Range: 9 Subject: Science
In this lesson, students will investigate how gene expression is a regulated process controlled by DNA and the interpretations of codons through translation.
S.B.6.D
recognize that gene expression is a regulated process;
S.B.6.E
identify and illustrate changes in DNA and evaluate the significance of these changes;
PSGWResourceLogo Genetic Mutations
Resource ID: R4SCI0032 Grade Range: 9 - 12 Subject: Science
This resource uses video, animation, text, and web-based interactives to help students identify changes in DNA and evaluate the effects of those changes. 
OnTrack logo Mechanisms of Genetics: DNA Changes
Resource ID: BM2L3 Grade Range: 9 - 11 Subject: Science
Given illustrations or partial DNA sequences, students will identify changes in DNA and the significance of these changes.
DNA Sequencing icon DNA Sequencing
Lesson Study ID: TXLS128 Grade Range: 9 Subject: Science
In this lesson, students will investigate how gene expression is a regulated process controlled by DNA and the interpretations of codons through translation.
S.B.6.F
predict possible outcomes of various genetic combinations such as monohybrid crosses, dihybrid crosses, and non-Mendelian inheritance; and
997697-PS-GW-Resource-Logo-Update_90x90px Monohybrid and Dihybrid Crosses
Resource ID: R4SCI0007 Grade Range: 9 - 12 Subject: Science
Learners calculate the probability of genotypic inheritance and phenotypic expression using mono- and dihybrid crosses.
OnTrack logo Predict Monohybrid Crosses
Resource ID: K2KB007 Grade Range: 9 - 12 Subject: Science
Biology Kid2Kid videos present biology concepts taught to a student by a student. This resource contains videos that explain monohybrid crosses in both English and Spanish.
Mendelian Genetics Using Monohybrids icon Mendelian Genetics Using Monohybrids
Lesson Study ID: TXLSR4.002 Grade Range: 9 Subject: Science
Students will work collaboratively through a fictitious, real-world scenario to determine the probability of each breeding pair of dogs producing offspring with the desired trait for a fictitious clie...
 Demonstration and Analysis of Dihybrid Crosses icon Demonstration and Analysis of Dihybrid Crosses
Lesson Study ID: TXLSR10.005 Grade Range: 10 Subject: Science
The students will review related vocabulary, watch the teacher model a dihybrid cross, and then perform a dihybrid cross and answer questions about the outcomes with a partner.
S.B.6.G
recognize the significance of meiosis to sexual reproduction.
S.B.7
Science concepts. The student knows evolutionary theory is a scientific explanation for the unity and diversity of life. The student is expected to:
S.B.7.A
analyze and evaluate how evidence of common ancestry among groups is provided by the fossil record, biogeography, and homologies, including anatomical, molecular, and developmental;
997697-PS-GW-Resource-Logo-Update_90x90px Evidence for Evolution
Resource ID: R4SCI0009 Grade Range: 9 - 12 Subject: Science
Learners analyze and evaluate how evidence of common ancestry among groups is provided by the fossil record, biogeography, and homologies, including anatomical, molecular, and developmental.
S.B.7.B
examine scientific explanations of abrupt appearance and stasis in the fossil record;
S.B.7.C
analyze and evaluate how natural selection produces change in populations, not individuals;
S.B.7.D
analyze and evaluate how the elements of natural selection, including inherited variation, the potential of a population to produce more offspring than can survive, and a finite supply of environmental resources, result in differential reproductive success;
S.B.7.E
analyze and evaluate the relationship of natural selection to adaptation and to the development of diversity in and among species; and
S.B.7.F
analyze other evolutionary mechanisms, including genetic drift, gene flow, mutation, and recombination.
997697-PS-GW-Resource-Logo-Update_90x90px Mechanisms of Evolution Beyond Natural Selection
Resource ID: R4SCI0008 Grade Range: 9 - 12 Subject: Science
Learners analyze and evaluate the effects of other evolutionary mechanisms.
S.B.8
Science concepts. The student knows that taxonomy is a branching classification based on the shared characteristics of organisms and can change as new discoveries are made. The student is expected to:
S.B.8.A
define taxonomy and recognize the importance of a standardized taxonomic system to the scientific community;
OnTrack logo Taxonomy Standards
Resource ID: BM3L4 Grade Range: 9 - 12 Subject: Science
Given examples, students will recognize the importance of taxonomy to the scientific community.
S.B.8.B
categorize organisms using a hierarchical classification system based on similarities and differences shared among groups; and
S.B.8.C
compare characteristics of taxonomic groups, including archaea, bacteria, protists, fungi, plants, and animals.
OnTrack logo Taxonomy: Major Groups
Resource ID: BM3L6 Grade Range: 9 - 12 Subject: Science
Given illustrations or descriptions, students will determine the classification of organisms into domains and kingdoms.
S.B.9
Science concepts. The student knows the significance of various molecules involved in metabolic processes and energy conversions that occur in living organisms. The student is expected to:
S.B.9.A
compare the functions of different types of biomolecules, including carbohydrates, lipids, proteins, and nucleic acids;
S.B.9.B
compare the reactants and products of photosynthesis and cellular respiration in terms of energy, energy conversions, and matter; and
997697-PS-GW-Resource-Logo-Update_90x90px Energy and Matter in Cells
Resource ID: R4SCI0013 Grade Range: 9 - 12 Subject: Science
Learners compare changes in matter that take place during energy conversion processes such as photosynthesis and cellular respiration.
S.B.9.C
identify and investigate the role of enzymes.
R4 logo The Role of Enzymes
Resource ID: R4SCI0015 Grade Range: 9 - 12 Subject: Science
Learners investigate the role of enzymes at the molecular level as well as through “real-world” applications.
OnTrack logo Enzymes
Resource ID: BM4L2 Grade Range: 9 - 12 Subject: Science
Given illustrations or scenarios, the student will identify an enzyme and the outcome of its action.