NIH Curriculum Supplement Series for Middle School - Doing Science: The Process of Scientific Inquiry

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NIH Curriculum Supplement for Middle School

Doing Science: The Process of Scientific Inquiry

Grades 7- 8

Students explore the basics of scientific inquiry, refine their critical-thinking skills, and appreciate the purpose of scientific research.

“Watching the students work together as a collaborative team, sharing experiences, ideas and detailed information was really great.”
--Field-test Teacher

“Easy implementation. Other than photocopying and computer set-up, there was very little to do in order to use this supplement in the classroom.”
--Field-test Teacher

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Lesson	Major Concept for Students
1. Inquiring Minds	Scientists use various methods of scientific inquiry to learn about the natural world.
2. Working with Questions	Scientists ask questions that are scientifically testable through investigations.
3. Conducting a Scientific Investigation	Scientists think critically about evidence that should be collected.
4. Pulling It All Together	Scientific inquiry is a process of discovery that begins with a testable question that can be investigated.