Claim, Evidence, and Reasoning in Scientific Explanations

The video tutorial explains the Claim Evidence Reasoning (CER) framework used in scientific explanations. It details how to construct a claim by using key terms from the question, gather evidence through data and observations, and apply reasoning by connecting evidence to scientific principles. The tutorial provides examples, such as the relationship between temperature and volume, and suggests resources for practicing CER skills.

What does the Claim Evidence Reasoning (CER) framework help to explain?

• Scientific explanations

• Mathematical equations

• Literary themes

• Historical events

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Which part of the CER framework answers the question directly?

• Evidence

• Reasoning

• Claim

• Conclusion

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What should a claim include?

• A detailed explanation

• Words from the question

• Multiple sentences

• Graphs and charts

In the example given, what is the relationship between temperature and volume?

• No relationship

• Directly proportional

• Exponentially related

• Inversely proportional

What does the 'Evidence' component of CER include?

• Personal opinions

• Unrelated facts

• Data and observations

• Hypothetical scenarios

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What type of data should be included in the evidence when possible?

• Qualitative data

• Anecdotal data

• Theoretical data

• Quantitative data

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What does the 'Reasoning' component explain?

• The experimental procedure

• The mathematical calculations

• The historical context

• Why the evidence supports the claim

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What should reasoning include to support the claim?

• Known scientific principles

• Hypothetical scenarios

• Unrelated facts

• Personal anecdotes

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Which scientific principle is used in the example for reasoning?

• Ohm's Law

• Charles' Law

• Newton's First Law

• Boyle's Law

Where can you find additional resources for practicing CER?

• sciencepractice.com

• adventuresinistem.com

• stemresources.com

• learnwithcer.com

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