Sophia Learning
Sophia: Research Methods: Lesson 2
This lesson will introduce guidelines for scientific research, as well as common research methods in the field of psychology. It is 2 of 9 in the series titled "Research Methods."
Sophia Learning
Sophia: Steps of the Scientific Method: Lesson 2
This lesson will explain the steps involved in the Scientific Method. It is 2 of 4 in the series titled "Steps of the Scientific Method."
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Sophia: The Scientific Method: Lesson 3
This lesson describes the process scientists use when trying to understand the world around them. It is 3 of 7 in the series titled "The Scientific Method."
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Sophia: Variables: Lesson 3
This lesson will explain the variables used in any study. It is 3 of 6 in the series titled "Variables."
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Sophia: Variables: Lesson 4
This lesson will explain the variables used in any study. It is 4 of 6 in the series titled "Variables."
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Sophia: Experiments: Lesson 6
This lesson will introduce experiments. It is 6 of 9 in the series titled "Experiments."
Sophia Learning
Sophia: Applying the Scientific Method: Lesson 1
This lesson shows how to use the scientific method when performing an experiment. It is 1 of 4 in the series titled "Applying the Scientific Method."
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Sophia: Control and Variable Groups: Lesson 2
This lesson will explain the difference between a control group and variable groups, when using the scientific method. It is 2 of 4 in the series titled "Control and Variable Groups."
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Sophia: Research Methods: Lesson 9
This lesson will explore research methods, delineate the steps of the scientific method. It will also discuss experiments, survey research, focus groups, participant observation and using secondary sources for analysis. It is 9 of 9 in...
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Sophia: Constructing a Hypothesis
A video lesson over viewing how to construct a hypothesis explaining the guidelines that need to be followed. Understand that a hypothesis must be logical, account for relevant information, be testable, and be in the simplest form. [2:21]
Bozeman Science
Bozeman Science: Apb Practice 5 Analysis & Evaluation of Evidence
In this video, Paul Andersen explains how scientists analyze data and evaluate evidence. He starts with a description of data and how it must be properly displayed. He then describes types of data in each of the four big ideas. He...
Bozeman Science
Bozeman Science: Patterns
Paul Andersen explains patterns and describes why pattern recognition is an important skill in science and engineering. He begins by discussing patterns in nature, including snowflakes, flower petals, seasons and nucleotides in DNA. He...
Bozeman Science
Bozeman Science: Scientific Method
Mr. Andersen gives a brief description of the scientific method.
PBS
Pbs Teachers: Sea Lions
Observe the characteristics and behavior of sea lions while watching kids use the scientific method to find out if changing a sea lion's diet will affect the amount of time it hunts and plays.
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Pbs Teachers: Sailing
Compare and contrast three different sailing directions: running, broad reach and close hauled. Watch kids use the scientific method to find out which of these is the fastest sailing direction and why.
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Pbs Teachers: Straw House
Compare and contrast different materials that can be used to build a house. Watch kids use the scientific method to find out if you can use straw bales to build houses.
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Pbs Teachers: Rivers of Destiny
Observe how rivers meander and how the water deposits rocks and pebbles on the inside of each curve. Watch kids use the scientific method to find out how rivers affect the earth's surface.
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Pbs Teachers: Waterslides
Examine the factors that make a waterslide more fun, and watch kids use the scientific method to determine what makes a great waterslide.
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Pbs Teachers: Tug O War
Explore mass and weight while watching kids use the scientific method to figure out how to form the best tug o' war team. [5:23]
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Pbs Learning Media: Snow Shelter
Observe kids building a snow cave, and see how they use the scientific method to find out how snow can keep people warm.
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Pbs Learning Media: Sinkholes
Observe the common characteristics of sinkholes while watching kids use the scientific method to find out how sinkholes form.
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Pbs Teachers: Motocross
Discover how motocross racers are able to jump and land safely. Watch two young motocross racers use the scientific method to figure out how their body positions affect their jumps. [6:55]
Sophia Learning
Sophia: Research Methods: Basic Terminology in Research
This lesson will cover the elements that constitute scientific research in general, and particularly in psychology, by identifying basic research design concepts.
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Pbs Teachers: Soccer Ball
Explore the relationship between mass, speed and distance while watching kids use the scientific method to find out if people with longer legs can kick a soccer ball farther.