Hypothesis Lesson Plans

Learners are introduced to the Gaia hypothesis by examining a conceptual sketch. In groups, they analyze the way they can use Dewey's method for problem solving to solve problems within the environment. They are given a problem facing the environment and present their solutions to the class.

Students assess a variety of strategies while finding ways to reduce the boiling temperature of water in groups. They predict the outcome of the experiment, develop a hypothesis, write a procedure, use a phase change diagram, collect data and draw conclusions to the experiment. In addition, they present their findings together as a group in front of their classmates.

Students view a video clip about the Stardust crash site. They discover how hypothesis change based on new evidence. They research unsolved plane crashes as well.

Students identify Neolithic cultures in South East Asia and China, possibly precursors to the ancient civilizations being compared. In this world history lesson plan, students construct a presentation of a group hypothesis based on information learned as to why the Minoans could or could not be the same people group of the Shang Dynasty.

Students engage in multimedia presentations and activities to develop a hypothesis of why the dinosaurs died off but mammals survived. They determine how hypothesis and evidence are interrelated.

Students analyze information from various sources to create a hypothesis about the origin of a family artifact. Students create a hypothesis about the origin of the item and write a paragraph explaining why they believe the hypothesis is true. Students create other possibilities in case their first choice is not correct.

Learners explore regions. In this hypothesis lesson plan, students brainstorm ideas as to why the US is broken into regions. Learners make a class list and identify the regions on a map. Students participate in a group project.

Students use the scientific process to explore events that have occurred in the past such as plate tectonics or how the dinosaurs became extinct. They make observations, develop a hypothesis, and use evidence to test their hypothesis to see how well it holds up in light of the evidence they have.

Fourth graders study the water cycle and the different processes that are involved, like precipitation, evaporation, etc. They conduct an experiment observing the water cycle in action and write a hypothesis, observations and conclusions. They draw a picture that shows how the water cycle works.

Students complete a lab activity involving planning and conducting investigations using a living organism to learn about photosynthesis and respiration. Students practice developing a hypothesis. They use an attached planning sheet to assist in the development of their statement.