The Scientific Method Name:

Work through the scientific method to complete your experiment or investigation.

Make an OBSERVATION in the world around you.

In words or as a diagram, record something you have noticed.

What did it sound like? What did it smell like? What did it feel like?

What did it look like? Was it changing? Was it moving?

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Ask a testable QUESTION about what you have observed.

Choose one to complete:

Does changing affect ?

How does changing affect ?

If I change will it affect ?

Form a HYPOTHESIS based on what you already know (observations,

prior knowledge, inquiries and research etc.), that you predict will answer
your question.

My hypothesis: 

Hypothesis structure: If … then… because…

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PLAN to help you decide on an experiment A fair test means that you only
have one independent variable in
or investigation that will best help you your experiment.
to answer your question and test your
hypothesis.
An independent variable
is something that
Make sure your experiment has an independent variable in you change.
order to conduct a fair test.

Possible experiments
or investigations
that connect to
my question.

Highlight the experiment or investigation you are choosing to do.

Identify the independent variable (IV) in your experiment.

Why did you choose this experiment?

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Gather the MATERIALS you will need for your

experiment or investigation.

Research sources: Equipment needed:

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CONDUCT EXPERIMENT/INVESTIGATION
Research
Research your question, record relevant information and evidence.

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Research

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Procedure
Write out and follow the experiment procedure to collect data.

Equipment:

Steps:

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Steps

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Steps

Data collection:

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ANALYSE the evidence and data you collected
from your experiment or investigation.
To analyse means to break
something down into its parts and
examine them. Analysing a text
involves breaking down its ideas and
structure to understand it better.

Organise your evidence.

List five facts from your research and explain how they connect to your question and
hypothesis.

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Choose a graphic organiser to analyse your research.

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Present your data:

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Describe the patterns that you notice:

Key Words

most more increasing

equal same lowest
least highest
decreasing fastest slowest
less

Has your hypothesis been confirmed? Yes/No

Yes - move on to the next step to write a conclusion.
No - think of a different hypothesis you could test.
Draw a CONCLUSION, based on your analysis, to summarise your
new understandings.
Key Words

because as a result of caused by due to

What do I understand?


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In words or as a diagram, record how you will share

your findings effectively.

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Reflect and decide on NEXT STEPS.

What did I enjoy most about my science investigation or experiment?


What did I find the most challenging?

What action would I take next time to improve my learning?

How am I going to use what I have learned to make a difference?

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