STANDARD C1: INQUIRY, REFLECTION, AND SOCIAL IMPLICATIONS
Students will understand the nature of science and demonstrate an ability to practice scientific reasoning by applying it to the design,
execution, and evaluation of scientific investigations. Students will demonstrate their understanding that scientific knowledge is gathered
through various forms of direct and indirect observations and the testing of this information by methods including, but not limited to,
experimentation. They will be able to distinguish between types of scientific knowledge (e.g., hypotheses, laws, theories) and
become aware of areas of active research in contrast to conclusions that are part of established scientific consensus. They will use their
scientific knowledge to assess the costs, risks, and benefits of technological systems as they make personal choices and participate in
public policy decisions. These insights will help them analyze the role science plays in society, technology, and potential career opportunities.
C1.1 Scientific Inquiry

Chemistry Lab - Teams will answer a series of questions or complete a task involving the science processes of chemistry focused in the areas of chemical reactions and energy.

Experimental Design - This event will determine a team's ability to design, conduct, and report the findings of an experiment actually conducted on site.

Five Star Science - Teams will compete in an academic pentathlon to demonstrate their overall understanding of five major science content areas (Inquiry and Data Analysis, Biology, Chemistry, Earth/Space Science, and Physics). Food Science - Teams will answer questions and perform experiments pertaining to food chemistry.

Forensics - Given a scenario and some possible suspects, students will perform a series of tests. These tests, along with other evidence or test results will be used to solve a crime.

C1.2 Scientific Reflection and Social Implications

Experimental Design - This event will determine a team's ability to design, conduct, and report the findings of an experiment actually conducted on site.

Forensics - Given a scenario and some possible suspects, students will perform a series of tests. These tests, along with other evidence or test results will be used to solve a crime.