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This list of scientific vocabulary identifies concepts and processes described in the science EALRs that all fifth, eighth, and tenth grade students should know without explanation. These are not meant to be exclusive terms used in the science curriculum. The science curriculum should build in-depth understanding of these concepts and processes using many instructional activities and other supporting terms.
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Gr. 5 Science Test and Item Spec (PDF)
The purpose of this assessment tool is to measure Washington fifth grade students’ level of proficiency in Benchmark 1 of the science Essential Academic Learning Requirements (science EALRs approved July 17, 1998). These science EALRs consist of three standards. The first standard focuses on the systems of the physical, earth, space, and life sciences. The second standard focuses inquiry and the nature of science. The third standard focuses on designing solutions to human problem and issues in science, technology, and society.
Gr. 8 Science Test and Item Spec (PDF)
The purpose of this assessment tool is to measure Washington eighth grade students’ level of proficiency in Benchmark 2 of the science Essential Academic Learning Requirements (science EALRs approved July 17, 1998). These science EALRs consist of three standards. The first standard focuses on the scientific concepts and principles of the physical, earth, space, and life sciences. The second standard focuses on the skills and processes of science and technology. The third standard focuses on understanding the nature and context of science and technology.
Gr. 10 Science Test and Item Spec (PDF)
The purpose of this assessment tool is to measure Washington tenth grade students’ level of proficiency in Benchmark 3 of the science Essential Academic Learning Requirements (science EALRs approved July 17, 1998, refined March 2003). These science EALRs consist of three standards. The first standard focuses on the systems of the physical, Earth, space, and life sciences. The second standard focuses on inquiry in science. The third standard focuses on designing solutions to human problems.
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