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I. Goal of
Science: is to understand the world around us
A. Myths
and Legends: various cultures attempts to explain natural events
B.
Scientific Method : Logical approach to problem solving
1.
Observing and stating a problem
2.
Forming hypothesis
a. positive statement of cause and effect
3.
Testing hypothesis
a. Independent variable
b. Dependent variable
c. Experimental setup
d. Control setup
4.
Recording and analyzing data
a. qualitative data : descriptions, verbal
reports, etc.
b. quantitative data: mathematical, graphical,
tabular, etc.
5.
Forming a conclusion
6.
Replicating the experiment
C.
Correct hypothesis vs. Incorrect hypothesis
D.
Theory
E. Law
F.
Mathematical modeling
1.
Computer simulations
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Scientific Inquiry Skills:
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Follow procedures to replicate an experiment
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Use appropriate tools and techniques to gather, analyze, and
interpret data
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Pose questions and state hypothesis based on prior scientific
observations, experiments, and knowledge
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Design and conduct a scientific investigation
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Develop descriptions, explanations, and predictions from scientific
evidence
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Use and refine scientific models that simulate physical processes or
phenomena
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Identify reasons for inconsistent results, such as sources of error
or uncontrolled conditions
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Communicate and defend a scientific argument
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Select and use appropriate technology to conduct investigations and
communicate about science
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To distinguish between conclusions based on fact versus opinion
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To design an experiment using the scientific method
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To develop a hypothesis
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To be able to differentiate between the control and experimental
portion of the scientific method
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To develop each section of the scientific method given a basic
premise
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To write a null hypothesis
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To
accept or reject the null hypothesis based on data collected
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To write a narrative, description, explanation to analyze data
collected from an experiment
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To develop explanations for rejecting the null hypothesis based on
experimental results
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To
develop a model for predicting outcomes based on scientific data
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To obtain primary and secondary research to define the problem being
investigated
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To develop a presentation to present, explain and defend the
conclusions obtained from a scientific investigation
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To develop an appropriate scale to graph the independent
and dependent variables
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Placement
of independent and dependent variables on a graph
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Selection of appropriate method/s of representation for variables
and data collected
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