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There are video segments to watch and a Science Sleuth Investigation to try.

 

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Go to Science Middle School - Life Science - Genetics - -Genetic Traits: See the "Inquiry Problem" 

 

From DE Science Fair Central:

Read about Investigations

 

 

The Process of Science

Intel International Science and Engineering Fair - Great article explaining the "Scientific Method" all called the "Inquiry Cycle"

 

From Science Buddies - good info and graphic: Steps of the Scientific Method

 

 

ALPHA THEMES 2009-2010

STANDARDS FOR THE 21st CENTURY LEARNER GOALS 

 

Standard: 1 Inquire, think critically and gain knowledge. 

 

Skills Indicator(s):  

1.1.3 Develop and refine a range of questions to frame the search for new understanding 

1.1.4 Find, evaluate, and select appropriate sources to answer questions. 

1.1.5 Evaluate information found in selected sources on the basis of accuracy, validity, 

appropriateness for needs, importance, and social and cultural context. 

Benchmarks: 

• Formulate questions about the topic with guidance 

• Predict answers to inquiry questions based on background knowledge and beginning 

observation or experience. 

• Assess questions to determine which can be answered by simple facts, which cannot be 

answered, and which would lead to an interesting inquiry. 

• Select a variety of credible sources in different formats relevant to research needs. 

• Evaluate and select information based on usefulness, currency, accuracy, authority, and point 

of view. 

 

Dispositions Indicator(s):  

1.2.1 Display initiative and engagement by posing questions and investigating answers beyond 

the collection of superficial facts.  

1.2.4 Maintain a critical stance by questioning the validity and accuracy of all information.

 

Responsibilities Indicator(s): 

1.3.3 Follow ethical and legal guidelines in gathering and using information.

 

Self-Assessment Strategies Indicator(s):  

1.4.1 Monitor own information-seeking processes for effectiveness and progress, and adapt as 

necessary. 

1.4.3 Monitor gathered information, and assess for gaps or weaknesses.

2.4.2 Reflect on systematic process, and assess for completeness of investigation 

3.4.2 Assess the quality and effectiveness of the learning product