1. Today in your notebooks
Left side items
Right side items
L1: Pre/Post test growth
R1: Pre/Post test growth graph
L2: Scientific method
R2: Scientific method notes

2. Date: Unit Title: Scientific Method Time frame: 3 weeks Topics we will cover: S.M, measurement, variables Pre test date: Pre test score: (the number on your scantron is out of 50. Double it to get your percentage. Ex- 26… that’s a 52%)

3. This is how your notebook should look
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Level 2 and 3 questions
In Question
Cornell notes
(from class)
Out question
Why we’re doing this- getting used to reading non-fiction books. Introduction to the scientific way of thinking.
Guided notes
Lab report
Practice
Homework

4. Scientific method (Scientific inquiry)
1) S.M.- a systematic way to solve problems and find answers to questions 2) Yes and No. Question – Observations (senses) - research – hypothesis – plan experiment - test experiment – collect/record data – analyze data – form a conclusion. You may need to go back and repeat steps if there were issues, mistakes or your data doesn’t make sense. Scientists often repeat experiments for accuracy (correct) and precision (close together):
1) What is the scientific method? 2) Is there any set order for the S.M?

5. This is the scientific method
This is the scientific method. Scientific inquiry is the first step- asking a question. We use sci inquiry for things like-  Make connections with world situations
·        To encourage more active problem solving approach to learning and thinking
·        To apply math skills
·        Review what is already known in light of experimental evidence
·        Propose answers, explanations and predictions
·        Use tools to gather, analyze and interpret data