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Young scientists discuss the results of carelessness during experimentation and the temptation to misrepresent findings. These activities are intended to develop the ability to identify scientific error, misconduct, and fraud. Use this resource at the beginning of a biology course to introduce learners to ethical considerations and to review laboratory techniques at the same time!

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error, scientific fraud, scientific research, misconduct, science
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Grade
9th - 12th
Subjects
Science
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Resource Type
Lesson Plans
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For Teacher Use
Duration
3 days
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Inquiry-Based Learning
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Scientific Equipment
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