Benchmark
12A: Habits of Mind : Values and Attitudes
(grades 6-8, page 287)
Know why it is important in science to keep honest, clear, and accurate
records. (1 of 3)
Standard 2-4 page 26, Grades K-4
Realize that representing, discussing, reading, writing, and listening
to mathematics are a vital part of learning and using mathematics
Know that hypotheses are valuable, even if they turn out not to be true,
if they lead to fruitful investigations. (2 of 3)
Standard 3-3 page 81, Grades 5-8
Make and evaluate mathematical conjectures and arguments
Standard 3-5 page 81, Grades 5-8
Appreciate the pervasive use and power of reasoning as a part of mathematics
Know that often different explanations can be given for the same evidence,
and it is not always possible to tell which one is correct.
Standard 3-1 page 81, Grades 5-8
Recognize and apply deductive and inductive reasoning
