Scientific+Method

= **__THE SCIENTIFIC METHOD__** =

The scientific method.... a process which allows scientists (old and young) to present justified conclusions that are supported by clear evidence (experimental data) so that they can support or reject their hypotheses about an observed event. The ability to follow the scientific method when completing a lab report or design practical is of increasing importance as students progress through the Junior Science and MYP programmes and the skills learned will be extremely valuable for any science subject studied at Diploma level

. Here are some brief introductory guides for each grade.



The ability to use critical analysis skills is one that is useful in almost all academic areas, what follows is a basic, interactive introduction into the scientific method.

[|Scientific Method Interactive Lab] If you wish to check your ability to identify the basics of the scientific method, then the worksheet below will be some help.



It is important to remember that the experimental method (the way you design you experiments) is based on the scientific method. BUT THAT THE STEPS OF THE SCIENTIFIC METHOD ARE NOT WHAT YOU NEED TO INCLUDE WHEN DESIGNING YOUR PRACTICALS.