Tips for Teachers: Using the Scientific Method
The scientific method is a series of steps that help children understand their world. Teachers can help children to use the scientific method in the classroom. The steps to the scientific method may not always occur in order. Teachers should be intentional Below is a guide to help teachers encourage children to use this process in the classroom and incorporate the steps of the scientific method across various activities.
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Students learn in different ways, so the scientific method can be in different order.
ReplyDeleteYes, students can first experiment about the theme, later observe, predict or discuss. If they are interested, they will learn.
DeleteThe Scientific Method was not designed to be a lockstep, linear process. We want kids to question, observe, predict, experiment, and discuss, and like Ms. Ibarra mentioned above, these may happen in a different order. The thinking and learning that stems from the various steps is what really matters. We see similar processes in engineering design, where children have to go back and test the design they have created and find ways to improve, and in the writing process, where we weave in and out of drafting, revising, and editing before coming up with a finished piece (with teacher assistance).
ReplyDeleteStudents are naturally curious about natural world, we just need to guide them, be intentional and provide a variety of opportunities.
ReplyDeleteGetting students to ask how and why questions engages student to seek an answer.
ReplyDeleteQuestions asked will help children find answer.
DeleteYes, I agree with this. Open ended questions are the best for learning.
DeleteYes, I believe the scientific process is important for our students to learn because it provides for great discussion and learning opportunities.
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