The Scientific Process
Think like a scientist
Testable vs Untestable Questions
Testable Questions: Can be measured or observed. Only one variable is changed.
Untestable Questions: Too many variables or opinion based.
Complete the quiz on http://b.socrative.com/login/student/
- Be sure to select Testable vs Untestable
- Room Number:
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Go to the link below and make up your own testable question. Remember that testable questions can be measured or observed.
Hypothesis Video
Go to your Google Drive and watch the hypothesis video I shared with you.
Hypothesis Demonstration
A hypothesis is an educated guess or prediction that is testable and measurable. Watch the video below.
Complete the Google form after the video.
Making Observations
Scientists make observations that are....
1. Scientific
2. Specific
3. Measured
4. Quantitative - measure something
Read the two pages about observations then answer the quiz questions.
Scientific vs Unscientific Padlet
1. Pick one of the objects out of the box.
2. Make one scientific observation of your object.
3. Make one unscientific observation of your object.
4. Go to http://padlet.com/huntm/kzt5vm4xkwim and post your scientific and unscientific observations.
Collecting Data
Scientists collect data using...
- Use tools that work
- Do the experiment more than once
- Follow procedures
- Only 1 variable changes
- Record data as you go
Making Predictions
Predictions are not wild guesses. Weather forecasters use tools, experience, and computers to predict weather.
In the comments section, tell me why these are good predictions.
Weather Predictions
Go to you Google Drive and watch the Weather Predictions video.
Planning an Experiment
Go to https://realmrhunt.typeform.com/to/wC9bPM and answer the questions.