Scientific method How do you use the scientific method in your life every day? Scientific method Scientific method
What is the scientific method? How do you decide what brand of product you will buy? Student responses:
Scientific Method is The scientific method is a way to ask and answer scientific questions by making observations and doing experiments.
The 6 steps of the scientific method Ask a Question Do Background Research Construct a Hypothesis Test Your Hypothesis by Doing an Experiment Analyze Your Data and Draw a Conclusion
Student Activity Apply the scientific method to decide what brand of popcorn you should purchase for the class party.
What brand of popcorn will you buy? Which brand of popcorn had the least # of unpopped kernels? Which brand had the most unpopped kernels? Now Which brand would you buy? Why?
Additional Resources Steps of the Scientific Method Steps of the Scientific Method Scientific Method - Science Fair Handbook - Elmer's Science Fair... Scientific Method - Science Fair Handbook - Elmer's Science Fair...
Standards MST7: Interdisciplinary Problem Solving Students will apply the knowledge and thinking skills of mathematics, science, and technology to address real-life problems and make informed decisions. MST7.I.CO1B: Students make informed consumer decisions by seeking answers to appropriate questions about products, services, and systems; determining the cost/benefit and risk/benefit tradeoffs; and applying this knowledge to a potential purchase.