Unit 1: The Nature of Biology
Learning Targets
Scientist Method
I Can Design An Experiment Using The Scientific Method.
I can identify scientific/testable questions that guide scientific investigations.
I can identify the components of a controlled experiment: independent variable, dependent variable, constant variables, (controlled variables), control group, and experimental groups.
I can write a testable hypothesis.
I can distinguish between qualitative and quantitative data.
I Can Perform An Experiment Using The Scientific Method.
I can lab equipment/tools and demonstrate how to use them appropriately.
I can collect appropriate and reliable data and record it in a table.
I Can Analyze & Communicate The Results Of An Experiment.
I can visually represent data collected and recorded in an experiment in tables and graphs.
I can draw logical conclusions based on data collected in an experiment.
I can identify sources of error in an experiment by explaining how these errors aiîect the results and describing how these can be corrected.
I can make improvements to the design of an experiment.