ARM 10.54.5053. BENCHMARK FOR SCIENCE CONTENT STANDARD 5 UPON GRADUATION

(1) The benchmark for science content standard 5 upon graduation is that the student will: (a) predict how key factors (e.g., technology, competitiveness and world events) affect the development and acceptance of scientific thought; (b) give examples of scientific innovation challenging commonly held perceptions; (c) evaluate the ongoing, collaborative scientific process by gathering and critiquing information; (d) analyze benefits, limitations, costs, consequences, and ethics involved in using scientific and technological innovations (e.g., biotechnology and environmental issues) ; and (e) explain how the knowledge of science and technology applies to contemporary Montana American Indian communities (e.g., natural resources development, management, and conservation) .