Scientific Inquiry Methods

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Research

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Gathering existing information from various sources to understand a topic better. Example: A student researching the impact of deforestation on local wildlife by reviewing articles, documentaries, and scientific journals.

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Fair Testing (Controlled Experiments)

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Changing one variable while keeping all others constant to observe the effects. Example: A student investigates how different amounts of sunlight affect plant growth by giving varying sunlight exposure.

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Observing Over Time

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Making continuous observations of a phenomenon over a period. Example: A student tracks the growth of a butterfly from caterpillar to adult, noting changes in size and behavior.

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Identifying and Classifying

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Sorting and categorizing organisms, objects, or phenomena based on shared characteristics. Example: A student collects different leaves and classifies them based on shape, size, and color.

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Pattern Seeking

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Looking for trends or patterns in data collected from observations or experiments. Example: A student collects temperature data from various locations to identify patterns in urban versus rural areas.