Science Skills for Grade 1

What is observation?

• Observation is the act of making assumptions without evidence.

• Observation is the action or process of observing something or someone carefully in order to gain information.

Tags

CCSS.RI.4.1

CCSS.RI.5.1

CCSS.RL.4.1

CCSS.RL.5.1

CCSS.RL.6.1

Why is prediction important in science?

• Prediction helps validate theories and guide scientific inquiry.

• Prediction is unnecessary in the scientific process.

How can you conduct an experiment?

• Follow the steps of the scientific method: identify research question, form hypothesis, design experiment, collect data, analyze data, draw conclusions, communicate results.

• Conduct the experiment without any plan or structure

What do you use to make observations?

• Microscope

• Senses

Can you predict the outcome of an experiment?

• Yes

• No

What is the purpose of an experiment?

• To waste time

• To test a hypothesis and draw conclusions based on the results.

Give an example of something you can observe.

• Sound of the ocean

• Movement of the stars

What tools can you use to help with predictions?

• Consulting a psychic

• Statistical models, machine learning algorithms, data visualization techniques, forecasting methods

Tags

CCSS.HSS.ID.B.6A

What are variables in an experiment?

• Variables in an experiment are only used in theoretical studies.

• Variables in an experiment are factors that can change or be controlled to observe their effect on the outcome.

Why is it important to record your observations during an experiment?

• To document the process, ensure accuracy, enable reproducibility, identify patterns or trends, and draw valid conclusions based on data.

• To confuse other researchers