1. The Scientific Method

2. The Scientifc Method Song (To the tune of “Twinkle, Twinkle Little Star) Ask a question, make a guess That’s called a hypothesis. Plan a fair test; Do the steps Look and see just what you get. Make a conclusion and repeat Being a scientist is really neat!      

3. Step 1: Identify the Problem

4. Step 2: Research the Problem

5. Step 3: Make a Hypothesis
A hypothesis is an educated guess about the solution to the problem.

6. Step 4: Test the Hypothesis
Experiment – organized process used to test a hypothesis

7. Variables – factor that changes in an experiment
Independent
Dependent
The ONE factor or condition that is intentionally changed by the experimenter.
The factor or condition that may be affected as the result of changing the independent variable.

8. Constant Variable/Control
Constant Variable/Control
Used to show that the result of an experiment is really due to the condition being tested

9. Step 5: Observe and record
Step 5: Observe and record
Data – observations and measurements recorded during an experiment

10. Step 6: Arrive at a conclusion
Step 6: Arrive at a conclusion
Conclusion – a judgment based on the results of an experiment
Theory – a logical explanation for events that occur in nature