Custom Astrological Forecast

Draw

Total points: _________ Possible Points: 65

Divide your total by the points possible to see the % accuracy of this prediction.  Record it below.

Poll

Analyzing an Astrological Forecast

These predictions are actually from a 1948 study by psychologist Bertrand R. Forer.  On average, his students found their “personal” analysis to be 85% accurate.  

Did you find the statements to be more or less accurate than the average in the study?

• MORE ACCURATE

• LESS ACCURATE

​The twelve signs of the Zodiac are based on twelve sectors of the ecliptic, the circular path the sun appears to follow as the Earth revolves around it. Each sign has certain elements, planets, and personality characteristics tied to it. Read the following twelve statements and pick ONE you feel most closely describes your personality.

Open Ended

Look over the statements again.  How are these statements written to appeal to such a wide variety of people?

Open Ended

Why do you think horoscope publishers, for the most part, don’t use these new dates?

Open Ended

Given the description on the previous slide and what you’ve learned in this activity, would you classify astrology as pseudoscience?  Explain why or why not.