Science Sampler : The scientific method -- Is it still useful?

URL: http://learningcenter.nsta.org/product_detail.aspx?id=10.2505/4/ss04_028_03_37
Abstract: Many scientists and science educators contend that a structured scientific method does not exist, while others might argue that the scientific method is too simplistic in its approach to scientific inquiry. This article addresses the dilemmas surrounding the scientific method, and provides suggestions that will enable you to ?meld the method with process skills.?
Grade Level: 5 - 12
Audience:Educator
Learning Resource Type: Reference, Article, Instructor Guide
Subjects: 
Subjects
Education issues
Achievement
Assessment of students
Classroom management
Curriculum
Educational research
Inquiry learning
Instructional materials
Learning theory
Professional development
Teacher preparation
Teaching strategies
Science
Science as inquiry
Science process skills
Asking questions
Interpreting data
Experimenting
Hypothesizing
Measuring
Observing
Predicting
Scientific habits of mind
Format: application/pdf
Contributors: Linda James (Creator), Scott B. Watson (Creator), National Science Teachers Association (NSTA) (Publisher)
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