1. Steps to the Scientific Method

2. Scientific Method Steps: At the conclusion of our time together, you should be able to: 1. List the 6 steps of the scientific method 2. Define each of these steps

3. Define the Problem Must know exactly what the problem is you are trying to solve

4. For Example: How do I get down???

5. Collect Background Information What do I know? What do I need to know?

6. Formulate A Hypothesis A possible solution to the problem Simple is usually better Can be a guess

7. Confucius Says: There are two excellent theories for arguing with women. Neither one works!!

8. Test the Hypothesis Perform an experiment Compare outcome with hypothesis

9. Make and Record Observations Collect data Take notes Record in an orderly fashion

10. Draw Conclusions Evaluate what was found If it worked – GREAT If it didn’t – Start Over

11. Scientific Method Steps: Let’s see if you can: 1. List the 6 steps of the scientific method 2. Define each of these steps

12. How do I get out of here???

13. Scientific Method Terms Things you need to know

14. Scientific Method Terms: At the conclusion of our time together, you should be able to: 1. List the 5 terms of the scientific method and define each term. 2. Give an example of each term.

15. Observation Statement of fact Obtained by using one of the 5 senses Qualitative / Quantitative Typically not a Number / Typically a Number

16. Inference Attempts to make one think In the form of a question Examples of Inferences

17. The Scientific Method begins with Questions about the World Around You. Ever Wonder Why?... there are interstate highways in Hawaii?

18. The Scientific Method begins with Questions about the World Around You. Ever Wonder Why?... a shipment is transported by car and cargo is transported by ship?

19. Hypothesis An explanation that can be tested A prediction based on observation Can be an initial educated guess

20. Design a Hypothesis

22. Theory Explanation of related observations Verified by multiple researchers Proven within reasonable doubt over a period of time Typically answers the question: Why? And can be fairly complex.

24. Dark Sucker Theory

26. Law Based on hypothesis that can be tested Proven to be true repeatedly over a period of time Can normally be explained in a mathematical formula Typically answers the question: How? And is usually not very complex.

27. Theory vs. Law Proving that ivory soap floats Proving a person is guilty of murder

28. Scientific Method Terms: Let’s see if you : 1. List the 5 terms of the scientific method and define each term. 2. Give an example of each term.

29. One Final Thought from Maxine!!!.....