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Introduction | Task | Process | Evaluation | Conclusion | Credits
Introduction
If your answer to the
question above is “YES”, you are in the right place. Learning the
basic steps in solving problems will help the curiosity-minded find answers, and
it will enable you to design an experiment of your own.
Task
After
researching the scientific process, you will successfully complete a choice
of one out of three experiments, identifying the steps in the scientific
process.
Process
Complete the following step by step:
- First you will be assigned
a partner because scientists collaborate (talk).
- Learn the steps in the
scientific process. Make a chart showing the steps.
- Choose and conduct an
inquiry-based experiment identifying each step of the scientific
processes.
4.
Identify and explain the different steps in the scientific process as related
to your experiment.
Evaluation
A grade will be given for
completing the steps.
Science Process Rubric
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Student(s):
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Objectives
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Outstanding
Work
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Acceptable
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Needs Some
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Needs Lots of
Work
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1. Shows knowledge of the Scientific Method
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4 - Can explain all 6 parts of an experimental science project; and
justify conclusion.
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3 - Can explain at least 5 parts of an experimental science project with
understanding
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2 - Can explain most parts of an experimental science project.
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1 - Tries to answer questions and/or has some steps missing.
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2. Shows enthusiasm and interest in the project
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4 - Student eager to tell all about the project.
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3 - Student is pleasant and willing to share information.
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2 - Student tells about the project only when asked a question.
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1 - Student answers some of the about the project.
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3. Speaks knowledgeably about the project
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4 - Student able to share many details about the project through the scientific
process.
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3 - Student shows an understanding of the project.
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2 - Students know about the project and offers minimal explanation.
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1 - Student can answer some questions when asked.
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4. Written document clearly demonstrates use of identifying the
process steps in relation to the experiment.
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4 – Written report lists in sequence the 6 steps with full
explanation of its relationship to the experiment.
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3- Written report lists in sequence the 5 steps with some explanation of
its relationship to the experiment.
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2 - Written report lists in sequence the 3 steps with a limited
explanation of its relationship to the experiment.
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1- Written report lists in sequence the 2 steps with very little
explanation of its relationship to the experiment.
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Total Score:
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Positive Comments:
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Positive Suggestion
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Conclusion
The steps in the scientific process are
valuable in knowing how to start an investigation and the sequence of steps
to find a conclusion.
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What is the
difference between a fact and a hypothesis?
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Did the results
prove or disprove your hypothesis?
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Using this
knowledge, what investigation would you design and implement?
Credits & References
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