What a fascinating framework for learning about the scientific method! Learners discover the processes of scientists who have investigated telekinesis in the past, and discuss the need for proper lab conditions, experiment objectives, and scientific assessment.

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Instructional Ideas

• Use this video as an introduction to the scientific method: have learners identify what steps are necessary to evaluating a claim, challenges that can occur without a solid research standard, and the problems with manipulating features to gain a particular result

Pros

• Excellent comments and insight on the scientific process
• Engaging topic for students
• Great list of additional resources provided in Dig Deeper section of page

Cons

• None

Common Core

SL.6.1.a SL.7.1.a SL.8.1.a SL.9-10.1.a SL.11-12.1.a RST.6-8.1 RST.9-10.1 RST.11-12.1