Vision Learning
Visionlearning: Research Methods: Modeling in Scientific Research
Explanation of how physical and conceptual models can be used during scientific research. Several examples are given ranging from modeling with Legos to computer modeling.
University of California
Q Files: Misconceptions About Science
Many students have misconceptions about what science is and how it works. This module explains and corrects some of the most common misconceptions that students are likely having trouble with.
Fundación Cientec
Cientec: El Metodo Cientfico
A very nicely designed website that introduces the scientific method and, upon clicking on each process, provides more detailed information.
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The College of Physicians
The History of Vaccines: The Scientific Method in Vaccine History [Pdf]
The purpose of this lesson is to familiarize students with the history of vaccination and the use of the scientific method in the development of vaccines and the study of infectious disease. In this lesson, students will explore the...
Other
Montana State University: Strange Dead Bird
An online interactive mystery where students use their science knowledge to solve the death of some strange birds. Use the clues given to use the scientific method to figure out why the animals are getting sick.
Rice University
Rice University: Web Adventures: Csi: The Experience
Based on the CSI television show, this series of four role-playing games helps students learn the scientific method and try their hand at solving crimes. Discover if you have what it takes to be a forensic scientist.
National Geographic
National Geographic: Round and Round With Simple Motors
After developing a hypothesis on how a motor works, students investigate this by building a simple electric motor, using the scientific method as they proceed. Includes handouts and worksheets, as well as a vocabulary list with...
CK-12 Foundation
Ck 12: Scientific Method
[Free Registration/Login may be required to access all resource tools.] Describe how the Renaissance period in history changed the approach to science. Identify the steps of the scientific method. Differentiate between the independent...
Georgia Department of Education
Ga Virtual Learning: Chemistry: Introduction to Chemistry
This online course guides students through the scientific method with an emphasis on analyzing data and graphical analysis as a foundation to a chemistry course.
Khan Academy
Khan Academy: Preparing to Study Chemistry
This resource provides a summary of some fundamental math and science concepts that will be helpful in learning chemistry. Links are provided to help you learn or review the material on Khan Academy.
Khan Academy
Khan Academy: Biology: The Scientific Method
Learn how you can test a hypothesis with the scientific method by reading this article.
Khan Academy
Khan Academy: Biology: Controlled Experiments
An article that explores how scientist conduct controlled experiments to test hypotheses.
OpenStax
Open Stax: Physics: An Introduction
This interactive lesson introduces students to the branch of science known as physics.
TeachEngineering
Teach Engineering: Heave Ho!
Students will discover the scientific basis for the use of inclined planes. They will explore, using a spring scale, a bag of rocks and an inclined plane, how dragging objects up a slope is easier than lifting them straight up into the...
Texas Education Agency
Texas Gateway: Scientific Investigation and Reasoning
A tutorial reviewing over the steps of the scientific method.
Texas Education Agency
Texas Gateway: Hypothesis
Do you know how to write a good hypothesis? This tutorial will walk you through the process of writing a hypothesis.
Texas Education Agency
Texas Gateway: Conclusions and Scientific Explanations
This tutorial explores how conclusions are drawn in the different types of scientific investigations.
The College of Physicians
The History of Vaccines: Scientific Method
Role-playing activity puts you, as director of public health, in the middle of a disease outbreak. Applying the scientific method, can you pinpoint the source of the illness and determine how it is spreading?
CK-12 Foundation
Ck 12: Biology: Science Experiments
[Free Registration/Login may be required to access all resource tools.] Covers the scientific experimental design.
CK-12 Foundation
Ck 12: Scientific Method (Basic)
[Free Registration/Login may be required to access all resource tools.] This is a basic introduction to the scientifice method that includes links to instructional videos, grade-level texts, interactive activities, and review materials.
CK-12 Foundation
Ck 12: Scientific Method
[Free Registration/Login may be required to access all resource tools.] Instructional videos, grade-level texts, interactive activities, and review material about the scientific method.
Vision Learning
Visionlearning: General Science: The Scientific Method
Instructional module focusing on the scientific method as a process of investigation into the natural world rather than a linear collection of facts. Site also includes an interactive practice quiz and links relating to the topic.
Smithsonian Institution
Smithsonian Science Education Center: Science: A Work in Progress
The scientific method is more than just a series of steps to be followed like a recipe. It is a fluid, ever-changing process. This video discusses student's perception of the scientific method and how to make learning science in the...
Teachnology
Teachnology: Science Lesson Plans
Great lesson plans covering a wide-range of science-related subjects. A wonderful resource for wonderful teachers!