10-25-17 Cambridge - Changing Science Research Project

Do Now: Copy this essential question in your science notebook What is an instance from the history of science in which scientific knowledge has changed when new evidence or interpretations are encountered?

Changing Science Research Project Yesterday, you should have identified a scientific idea that has changed. You will have time in-class today to begin creating a short PowerPoint to present this to the class. You may work individually or in pairs. Your presentation will be graded on content and the presentation (see rubric) Presentations will be Thursday and Friday (10/26-27). So, your homework will be to finish your presentations

Checklist to ensure completeness ____ My project relates to the topic and includes accurate facts, supporting details, and high quality examples. ____ My presentation will be detailed and accurate. ____ My project provides a clear answer to the essential question and includes supporting details and examples. ____ My project explains what was previously believed. ____ My project explains what new evidence or new interpretations were encountered. ____ My project explains what is currently believed.