Alabama Learning Exchange
Wet Heads
Middle schoolers apply the steps of the scientific method to an experiment. They complete an instructional activity of scientific inquiry and use a spreadsheet software to create a graph illustrating data gathered.
Curated OER
Introduction to Scientific Methods
Sixth graders distinguish between an observation and an inference distinguish between quantitative and qualitative observations of a scientific experiment. They record and organize data collected during an experiment.
Other
National Geographic: Jason Learning
[Free Registration/Login Required] Educators and students will enjoy visiting the JASON Project, a NASA and National Geographic cooperation which works to provide accurate and intriguing scientific knowledge for students.
Science Education Resource Center at Carleton College
Serc: Investigating Projectile Motion: Creating a Catapult
This lesson is for 9th grade physical science students. It begins with an inquiry-based lesson using a projectile motion computer simulation. It culminates with students building a catapult; applying and connecting science knowledge from...
CK-12 Foundation
Ck 12: Biology: Scientific Methods
[Free Registration/Login may be required to access all resource tools.] Covers steps of the scientific methods and control group.
Texas Education Agency
Texas Gateway: What Is Physics?: Key Terms
This is a glossary of key terms and definitions used in Chapter 1: What is Physics? from the online TEA Physics text.
Texas Education Agency
Texas Gateway: What Is Physics?: Section Summary
This is a summary of the most important takeaway ideas from Chapter 1: What is Physics? from the TEA Physics text.
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Csicop: Field Guide to Critical Thinking
This article, originally published in Skeptical Inquirer, outlines some of the key components of the scientific problem-solving process while addressing the many reasons for the popularity of paranormal beliefs in the U.S. (Published in...