Understanding the Nature of Science

Why is it important for students to understand the nature of science at the beginning of the school year?

• To memorize scientific facts

• To incorporate scientific thinking throughout the year

• To prepare for exams

• To learn about different scientists

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NGSS.HS-PS1-2

What is the first step a good scientist must take according to the video?

• Conduct experiments

• Write a report

• Make observations

• Make predictions

In the demonstration, what happens when the red pom-pom is pulled up?

• The blue pom-pom moves up

• The green pom-pom moves up

• The red pom-pom moves down

• The white pom-pom moves up

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NGSS.3-PS2-1

NGSS.3-PS2-2

What is a key aspect of being a good scientist besides making observations?

• Memorizing scientific laws

• Writing detailed reports

• Making predictions and possible explanations

• Attending conferences

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NGSS.MS-LS1-3

What is the challenge presented with the blue and green pom-poms?

• They are not connected

• They are connected in a complex way

• They disappear

• They change colors

What is the main goal in science according to the video?

• To always find the right answer

• To memorize facts

• To come up with explanations that fit observations

• To prove others wrong

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NGSS.HS-LS2-3

NGSS.HS-LS4-2

NGSS.HS-PS1-2

How is the process of science compared to being a jury member?

• Both involve memorizing facts

• Both require looking at evidence and making a decision

• Both are about proving guilt

• Both involve writing reports

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NGSS.HS-ETS1-3

What should scientists do when there is no answer book to check their results?

• Ask for help from others

• Continue experimenting and try to repeat results

• Change their research topic

• Give up on the research

What is the ultimate goal of repeating experiments in science?

• To prove others wrong

• To come up with brand new science

• To publish papers

• To memorize the results

What does the video encourage students to achieve by the end of the year?

• Memorize all scientific facts

• Come up with some brand new science

• Write a detailed report

• Attend a science fair