By the end of this section, you will be able to explain how the methods of science are used to make scientific discoveries; define a scientific model and describe examples of physical and mathematical models used in physics; and compare...

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...

Multi-activity lesson plan in which students will use the scientific method to examine human variation in the ability to taste different substances.

Using their knowledge of the phases of matter, the scientific method, and polymers, student teams work as if they are chemical engineers to optimize the formula for slime. Hired by the fictional company, Slime Productions, students are...

Learn about Neanderthals, understand the scientific methods used to create theories from fragmentary evidence and interpret a Neanderthal artifact found at a cave site in Slovenia.

Students will learn about scientific method through the use of an article on dark matter.

Discover the accuracy of dating methods and fossils because of the scientific approach used.

This site contains a description and problems dealing with Euler's method. The site discusses why the Euler method is not used in scientific computations.

During this activity, students will work individually to identify a mystery powder. Students will have the opportunity to test known powders with different substances and record observations. Students will develop a plan that can be used...