The Scientific Method
- Step One: Formulate
- The learner uses several of the senses to collect data about the environment
- Step Two: Hypothesis
- Learner uses current information and experience to predict future events and conditions
- Step Three: Observation
- Learner places objects and ideas into groups according to similarities and differences
- Step Four: Experiment
- Learner seeks to find answers to problems and questions using various methods of testing
- Step Five: Collect Data
- Learner organizes and compares data to determine meaning
- Step Six: Draw Conclusion
- Learner will state whether predictions were confirmed or not by the experiment
Now click on the links to the experiments below to see how to use the steps in the scientific method.