Science Investigations for the Classroom - Book 1

Name: Science Investigations for the Classroom - Book 1
SKU: 5902
Price: 44.95 NZD
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Author: Brenda Greene
ISBN: 9781776551248

Developing students' skills as self-managing experimental scientists

By
Brenda Greene

The Science Investigations for the Classroom Book 1 worksheets cover the core features of a well-designed experiment, while self-assessment charts focus students on the full range of skills they need to plan effectively. Students will develop an appreciation for the nature of science and the principles behind the scientific method, as well as their confidence with using related scientific terms.

Ages: 13-15 | Pages: 56 | Code: 5902 | ISBN: 9781776551248

Series: Science Investigations for the Classroom

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Brenda Greene

Brenda Greene holds a Diploma in Teaching and Learning and a Master of Science. She has worked as a teacher, tutor and scientist. Brenda enjoys science that is relevant to our day to day lives and is always inventing hands-on experiments and games for her students to do.

Contents
Introduction	4
Planning your experiments	5
Classroom science experiment (journal cover)	5
Self-assessment: My scientific skills	6
Teacher assessment of scientific skills: Marking schedule	7
Self- and teacher assessment: My self-management skills	8
The nature of science	9
Exemplar: Scientific report	10
Running your experiments	11
Observations	11
Variables	14
Data	15
Data range	17
Types of variables	19
Mix and match: Features of an experiment	23
Aim	24
Hypothesis	24
Mind map	25
Method	27
Results table	30
From table to graph	33
Results graph	36
Conclusion	41
Reflection	43
Teacher resources	44
Background information: Leaping candle flame	44
Background information: Heating and cooling	44
Poster: Features of an experiment	45
Template: Scientific report	46
Template: Additional activity on scientific method	48
Template: Exit cards for scientific knowledge and skills	49
Template: Reflection on working as a group	53
Selected answers to activities	55