The Scientific Method is a Problem Solving Process The scientific method is not a set of steps that must be followed in order with fidelity. The scientific method includes Research, Questions, Hypotheses, Experimenting, Collecting Data, Making Conclusions. But, the order is not set in stone nor is there a rule that all the steps are […]
What is a Science Project?
What is the difference between a class science project and a science fair project? First, let me define a few terms needed to describe a science project. Science is from a Latin word meaning knowledge, specifically about the universe and everything in it. In other words, science is the study of nature and all […]
Scientific Method Scripted Lesson
Following is a lessons prepared for a pre-K class. It can be adapted for any age group. ——————————————————————————- This lesson uses the mixing of primary colors to teach how the five senses are used to make observations. Hypothesis, called guesses for young learners, will be made and testing done to determine if the hypothesis is […]
Science Project:Slime
How to Develop a Borax Slime Science Project Step 1. Topic You have your topic, which is: Making Slime Step 2. Research Research is learning about your topic. A good way to learn about slime is do an exploratory investigation about making slime. Exploratory Investigations: These are generally simple experiments performed for the specific purpose […]
Scientific Method:Research
Research is any process that results in the collecting of information about a specific topic. There are two basic kinds of research, primary research and secondary research. Secondary Research: Information recorded by others. Primary Research: Research that you discover on your own. For example, research experiments, called exploratory investigations. The kids in the photo are […]
Cool Science Experiments
Kids love science and they generally figure out how to solve science problems on their own. In other words they use the problem solving process called the scientific method. Make it fun and interesting and even adults want to learn science. They might even sit in a wading pool as they play and find out […]
Engineering Fair Projects vs. Science Fair Projects
Engineering Fair Projects are developed using the Engineering Method. Science Fair Projects are developed using the Scientific Method, also called the Inquiry Cycle.