Topic of the Week: Scientific Method
Spotlight Site of the Week!
MythBusters: Scientific Inquiry
Learn from the MythBusters, who use the scientific method to prove or disprove common beliefs about physical science.
http://school.discoveryeducation.com/teachers/myth-busters/
Additional Sites:
- Introduction to the Scientific Method
This resource provides information on the scientific method.
http://teacher.nsrl.rochester.edu/phy_labs/AppendixE/AppendixE.html - A Valid Conclusion? Testing and Reporting on Hypotheses Using the Scientific Method
In this lesson students explore the importance of accuracy in reporting, focusing particularly on articles documenting scientific discoveries.
http://www.nytimes.com/learning/teachers/lessons/20051220tuesday.html - Scientific Impressions
Throughout the duration of the three lessons, students use scientific methods and analyze featured artists and their works.
http://artsedge.kennedy-center.org/content/2461/ - The Science Spot: Scientific Method & More
Features a variety of lessons and activities to introduce students to the process of scientific inquiry.
http://sciencespot.net/Pages/classgen.html#Anchor1 - Steps of the Scientific Method
Contains a detailed introduction to the steps of the scientific method.
http://www.sciencebuddies.org/mentoring/project_scientific_method.shtml
Judi's Corner
This week features the announcements of this year's Nobel Prizes:
Nobel Prizes 2007
http://nobelprize.org
Every year since 1901 the Nobel Prize has been awarded for achievements in physics, chemistry, physiology or medicine, literature and for peace. Each prize consists of a medal, personal diploma, and a cash award.
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