Experimentation

Part 1.A

Observations & Inferences

What are the differences between these two words?

An observation is something that you can recognize via your senses.

An inference is a logical interpretation that you can make based off of previous knowledge/experience.

Application

Taking a Practical Approach to Experimentation

Part 1.B

Scientific Method

The Scientific Method is a standardized approach to collecting measurable data based off of a general thought. The results will often either support or counter the initial hypothesis. Use this link to look at the list of vocab words we should review.

Qualitative Data: Information that cannot be measured.

- - Ex - Color of the sky; texture of the object

Quantitative Data: Data that can be described numerically

- - Ex - Amount of hairs found; Level of pH indicated

Thought Question: How do animals adapt to their surroundings with limited senses?

In order to understand the scientific method further, how would we create an experiment to test how well bats can navigate their surroundings?

Need a refresher of the key words involved in creating an experiment? Check this quizlet that I found!

Creating a Better Visual for Collected Data

Part 1.C

Graphing

Here is a link to a video that helps you understand the main types of graphs you can see.

If you are ever unsure of what to put on each axes, use this sample for assistance.

X - Independent

Y - Dependent (Measurement)

Graphing Real.pdf

Example Template for Labeling Graphs

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