1. Observations = Evidence
Write at least the statements in blue

2. Review: Evidence: data, fact, graphs, observations
Inference: logical conclusion or opinion
based on evidence
**Our claims must always be based on
evidence, not just logical ideas.

3. There are two types of observations: Qualitative Observations:
Things you can observe with your senses
ex: color, texture, taste, odor
Quantitative Observations:
Measurements – with numbers
ex: height, mass, temperature,

4. Test your knowledge: Your teacher will give you some cards.
Divide your notes vertically into a giant T
Your teacher will give you some cards.
Sort them into two piles: qualitative observations and quantitative observations.
After everyone on your team agrees, write them in your notebook under two headings written on the giant T:
Qualitative Quantitative

5. Now make some SWEET observations…
Write under your columns:
2 Quantitative observations
5 Qualitative observations
**You may not observe its taste 

6. Summary Observations are a form of evidence
Observations come in two basic types:
Qualitative Observations – use senses
Quantitative Observations – use numbers