Science Sampler : Jumping to the right conclusions, inferences, and predictions

URL: http://learningcenter.nsta.org/product_detail.aspx?id=10.2505/4/ss05_029_02_54
Abstract: Writing meaningful conclusions, drawing accurate inferences, and making relevant predictions are essential skills that many adolescents lack. The differences among conclusions, inferences, and predictions, although subtle, must be recognized to accurately analyze and interpret lab data. There is much research documenting the difficulties students have acquiring these skills, but little on how to teach them. With this in mind, the following exercises were designed.
Grade Level: 6 - 10
Audience:Educator
Learning Resource Type: Instructor Guide
Subjects: 
Subjects
Education issues
Teacher preparation
Teaching strategies
Science
Science as inquiry
Science process skills
Interpreting data
Predicting
Scientific habits of mind
Format: application/pdf
Contributors: Jack Giannattasio (Creator), Judith Bazler (Creator), National Science Teachers Association (NSTA) (Publisher)
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