1803 Vocabulary Terms

These terms are in no particular order; however all must be defined as a part of the set-exercises assessment
task.
Term Definition
2D Shape A shape with only two dimensions (such as width and
1 height) and no thickness.
3D Shape A 3D shape has three dimensions. The 3D stands for
dimensional , In a world with three dimensions, you can
travel forward, backward, right,left,and even up and down
2
5E Model The widely established 5E teaching sequence – which
includes the progressive stages engage, explore, explain,
Elaborate, and evaluation – is helpful for informing the
3 design of science programs, units, and lessons.
accommodation The term “accommodation” may be used to describe an
alteration of environment, curriculum format, or
equipment that allows an individual with a disability to
4 gain access to content and/or complete assigned tasks.
assimilation The process of taking in and fully understanding
5 information or ideas.
cardinality In mathematics, the cardinality of a set is a measure
of the "number of elements of the set". For example,
the set A = {2, 4, 6} contains 3 elements, and
6 therefore A has a cardinality of 3
centration Conservation refers to the ability to determine that a
certain quantity will remain the same despite adjustment of
the container, shape, or apparent size. Other conservation
tasks include conservation of number, substance, weight,
7 volume, and length.
Classification (Science process skill) Is a specific categories so we know immediately what they
8 do and how they are different from other objects
Cognitive constructivism A critical aspect of the approach is a decomposition of
each mathematical concept into developmental steps
following a Piagetian theory of knowledge based on
observation of, and interviews with, students as they
9 attempt to learn a concept.
communicating (Science process skill) Science communication generally refers to public
communication presenting science-related topics to non-
experts. This often involves professional scientists (called
"outreach" or "popularization"), but has also evolved into a
10 professional field in its own right
concept Is the 'why' or 'big idea' of math. Knowing a math concept
means you know the workings behind the answer. You
know why you got the answer you got and you don't have
11 to memorize answers or formulas to figure them out.
conceptual subitizing Is the ability to accurately and rapidly identify a small
amount of items without having to count. It is immediately
12 knowing what number is rolled on a six sided dice
conclusion (Scientific method) Your conclusions summarize how your results support or
contradict your original hypothesis: Summarize
your science fair project results in a few sentences and use
this summary to support your conclusion. Include key
facts from your background research to help explain your
13 results as needed.
concrete pictorial abstract learning progression Is a three step instructional approach that has been found
to be. Highly effective in teaching math concepts. The first
14 step is called the concrete stage. It is known. As the

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“doing” stage and involves physically manipulating

objects to solve a math problem.
conservation The concept that a given number or quantity remains the
15 same. Even though it may be arranged in different ways.
Constructivist method The Constructivist Approach to Mathematics Teaching
and the Active Learning Strategies used to Enhance
Student Understanding Many different methods of
teaching are used by mathematics educators around the
16 world.
controlling variables (More complex science process The control variable (or scientific constant)
skill) in scientific experimentation is the experimental element
which is constant and unchanged throughout the course of
the investigation. ... The control variable itself is not of
17 primary interest to the experimenter.
data A data set is a collection of numbers or values that relate
18 to a particular subject.
disequilibrium Disequilibrium in Math Class. , it generally refers to the
way a new technology has revolutionized the way we've
come to know things to work. ... In mathematics,
disequilibrium occurs in scenarios that perhaps should be
19 called “Lies my teacher told me.
equilibrium The definition of chemical equilibrium is the point at
which the concentrations of reactants and products do not
20 change with time
estimation To find something close to the correct answer. In other
21 words, you are approximating.
hypothesis (Scientific method) In science, a hypothesis is an idea or explanation that you
then test through study and experimentation.
Outside science, a theory or guess can also be called
22 a hypothesis.
hypothesizing (More complex science process skill) In science, a hypothesis needs to go through a lot of testing
23 before it gets labeled a theory.
inferring (science process skill) An inference is an interpretation or an explanation of an
24 observation
informal experience Informal science education (IES) is lifelong learning in
science, technology, engineering and math (STEM) that
takes place across a multitude of designed settings and
25 experiences outside of the formal classroom.
inquiry-based learning (IBL) Inquiry-based science adopts an investigative approach to
teaching and learning where students are provided with
opportunities to investigate a problem, search for possible
solutions, make observations, ask questions, test out ideas,
26 and think creatively and use their intuition.
learning cycle Mathematics Learning Cycle Example. A. Instructional
Objectives 1.to review addition, subtraction,
multiplication, and division of signed numbers, fractions,
27 and decimals.
logical grouping Whole subject and to each other, and to arrange them all in
an orderly. System or logical grouping, such that, when
each field has been de- veloped to its full extent, the
28 result will represent the complete.
measuring A number that shows the size or amount of something.
Usually the number is in reference to some standard
measurement, such as a meter or kilogram. Here some
29 scales are used to measure weight.
measuring (science process skill) Measuring - using standard measures or estimations to
30 describe specific dimensions of an object or event.

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more knowledgeable other To have better skill or understanding of a task, process, or

31 concept.
naturalistic experience Introduced effectively into naturalistic, informal, or
structured learning. Experiences. Several
examples are given to illustrate the natural integration.
Of fundamental concepts and process skills in
32 mathematics and science.
observing (science process skill) Observing - using the senses to gather information about
33 an object or event.
one to one correspondence Means being able to match one object to one other object
or person. You can practise 'one to one correspondence'
34 in all sorts of different contexts.
perceptual subitizing Perceptual subitizing is closest to the original definition
of subitizing: recognizing a number without using
35 other mathematical processes.
predicting (science process skill) Is a guess about what might happen in the future, based
36 on observations that you make.
pre-operational stage This means the child cannot use logic or transform,
37 combine or separate ideas
process skill Skills used to manage and modify actions in the
completing of daily living tasks, such as pacing oneself,
choosing and using appropriate tools to complete a task, or
organizing a task into a logical sequence for successful
38 completion.
rational counting Refers to a child's ability to assign a number to the objects
she is counting. ... Rational counting requires a mastery
39 of rote counting and one-to-one correspondence.
reversibility Chemistry & Physics. A. Capable of assuming or
producing either of two states: a reversible cell. B. Of or
relating to a process, such as a chemical reaction or a
phase change, in which the system undergoing the process
40 can be returned to its original state.
rote counting Is one of the most basic math skills, as it entails being able
41 to verbally count from memory.
science process skill Is not just useful in science, but in any situation that
requires critical thinking. Science process skills include
observing qualities, measuring quantities,
sorting/classifying, inferring, predicting, experimenting,
42 and communicating.
scientific method Is the process by which scientists of all fields attempt to
explain the phenomena in the world. The scientific method
isn't limited to the physical or biological sciences, but also
the social sciences, mathematics, computing and other
43 fields where experimentation can be used to prove beliefs.
seriation Seriation is arranging objects in order by size, location or
44 position.
social constructivism Is appearing in the work of some researchers in the
psychology of mathematics education as an alternative
45 perspective to radical constructivism.
Sorting To arrange or group in a special way (such as by size, type
46 or alphabetically).
spatial awareness According to a study by the University of Michigan,
training students in spatial awareness (a skill supported
by geometry) helps them improve their
understanding of math concepts. Math and spatial
awareness. Spatial awareness refers to a person's
recognition of how he or she, or an object, interacts with
47 a space.
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Standards for School Mathematics Describe the mathematical understanding, knowledge, and
skills that students should acquire from prekindergarten
through grade 12. Each Standard consists of two to four
48 specific goals that apply across all the grades.
student- directed inquiry Student-directed science inquiry engages students in
actively developing their understanding of science through
49 authentic scientific endeavors
teachable moment A teachable moment is an unplanned opportunity that
arises in the classroom where a teacher has an ideal chance
50 to offer insight to his or her students.
volume Volume is the measure of the amount of space inside of a
solid figure, like a cube, ball, cylinder or pyramid. Its units
are always "cubic", that is, the number of little element
51 cubes that fit inside the figure.

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