Think back to yesterday… Specifics! Efficiency and effectiveness Unpredictable results Similar to past experiences

Observations and Inferences  Make 4 observations about the classroom

Observation - Inference - Using one or more of the five senses to gather information. made during data collection. Inference - Logical interpretation based on prior knowledge and experience. made during conclusion

Make two inferences

Take a good look at this picture 5

Answer the following questions. Are there cars parked on both sides of the road? What color is the pickup truck driving in the road? Any minivans around? What does the blue/green sign say? What's the speed limit? Are there any pedestrians?

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Are there cars parked on both sides of the road? Yes What color is the pickup truck driving in the road? Blue Any minivans around? Yes What does the blue/green sign say? Yard Sale What's the speed limit? 35mph Are there any pedestrians? No 8

There are two types of observations Quantitative -- from quantity. -- this is a number value. for example… 30 seconds, 2.6 mm…

There are two types of observations Qualitative -- from quality. -- this is a description for example… purple spots, brown leaf…

Quantitative or Qualitative? Take a moment and circle your quantitative observations about the classroom.

Make five of each type of observation

Image practice! – How many unique observations can your team make?

Now. Mystery Chip Lab Set up. Table Partners Be detailed!

Safety review. You will need your list of rules.