Scientific Method
Grade 9 · Science · 45 min· Asking Questions And Defining Problems: Asking questions (science) And Defining Problems (engineering) In 9–12 Builds On K–8 Experiences And progresses To Formulating, Refining, And Evaluating empirically Testable Questions And Design Problems using Models And Simulations. • Ask Questions That Arise From Examining Models Or A theory, To Clarify And/or Seek Additional Information and Relationships. 2. Developing And Using Models 3. Planning And Carrying Out Investigations 4. Analyzing And Interpreting Data 5. Using Mathematics And Computational Thinking 6. Constructing Explanations And Designing Solutions 7. Engaging In Argument From Evidence 8. Obtaining, Evaluating, And Communicating Information
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Learning Objective
I can formulate a testable question based on observations or models to guide a scientific investigation.
Warm-Up Video
Teacher's Pet · 4:06
The scientific method
Practice Questions
7 questions · Short answer
Exit Ticket
Quick comprehension check
“You observe that some students seem to perform better on tests when they study with a partner. Formulate a testable question based on this observation that could guide a scientific investigation. You observe that certain types of bread mold faster than others. Formulate a testable question based on this observation that could guide a scientific investigation. You observe that some plants grow taller when exposed to classical music. Formulate a testable question based on this observation that could guide a scientific investigation.”
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