1. Starring Homer J. Simpson
Scientific Method
Starring Homer J. Simpson

2. Observation
Ohh… This liquid is green and it is leaking from a brown can. It smells like a sewer.
when studying something describe only facts that you can see, touch, taste, smell and hear.
you are not making any guesses.
NOT AN OPINION!!

3. Inference
Based on my observations, I think that this can is old and is leaking a toxic substance.
using your observations to make a guess about an object or an outcome
based on prior knowledge or experience.
THIS CAN BE A SCIENTIFIC OPINION.

4. Quantitative Observation
Ohh… 5 liters of liquid has leaked from a 2-kiloliter can. It is leaking at a rate of 5 mL/sec.
when studying something describe only facts that you can measure.
you are not making any guesses.
scientists use SI units!

5. Qualitative Observation
Ohh… This liquid is green and it is leaking from a brown can. I also smell it.
when studying something describe only facts that you can see, touch, taste, smell and hear.
you are not making any guesses.

6. Hypothesis Hypothesis: a prediction that can be tested.
Based on my research and observations, I hypothesize that if a frog’s color is related to the toxic substance, then the frog will change color when exposed to the toxic substance.
Hypothesis:
a prediction that can be tested.
THIS IS AN EDUCATED GUESS.

7. Theory
A well-substantiated explanation of some aspect of the natural world.

8. Prediction Prediction:
Based on my research and observations, I predict that the toxic substance will contaminate the pond and the frogs will change color.
Prediction:
a statement or claim that a particular event will occur in the future.
Scientists use research and many observations to make predictions.
THIS IS AN EDUCATED GUESS.

9. Warm-up Turn in Safety Contract Turn in Safety Review HW
Clear your desk except for a pencil….put cell phone in the upper right hand corner of your desk.. face down.

10. Group Practice
Draw three columns under today’s NPH. Label column 1- “Observations” and label column 2- “Inferences” and label column 3- “Prediction”.
List some observations and inferences about the following picture. Then make a prediction.

11. Individual Practice
Write your name on the note card provided. On your note card, please write down 2 observations and 2 inferences about the following picture. Then make a prediction.

12. Group Practice
Draw two columns under today’s NPH. Label column 1- “Qualitative Observations” and label column 2- “Quantitative Observations”.
List some qualitative and quantitative observations about the following pictures.

13. Individual Practice
Flip your note card over. Observe your hand. On your note card, please write down 2 qualitative observations and 2 quantitative observations.