Let's Make Some Observations Lab Activity
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Now, let's learn a little bit about good scientific observation. First of all, observation is defined as the process by which a person collects information about an event. An observation tells only WHAT happens during an event and does NOT attempt to explain WHY it happens. An observation is made for a single event (or a few events). So, if you are making observations, you are observing one (or a few) events. Post a sticky note in the Lino bulletin board below telling us which event(s) you are observing in the video.
To post on the bulletin board, place your cursor over "What are You Observing?" (in blue) and click on the sticky note color of your choice. Do NOT put your sticky note on top of another note. If you do not have enough room for your sticky note, grab the Lino bulletin board and drag it right, left, up, or down until you have room for your sticky note.
Click HERE if you are unable to see the Lino bulletin board below or if you have trouble with the drop-down menu.
To post on the bulletin board, place your cursor over "What are You Observing?" (in blue) and click on the sticky note color of your choice. Do NOT put your sticky note on top of another note. If you do not have enough room for your sticky note, grab the Lino bulletin board and drag it right, left, up, or down until you have room for your sticky note.
Click HERE if you are unable to see the Lino bulletin board below or if you have trouble with the drop-down menu.
You can see Ms. Clanton's take on the above question in the video at the right. |
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An observation can be qualitative (using no numbers), or it can be quantitative (using numbers with appropriate units). When making a good set of observations, you should attempt to use both qualitative and quantitative observations when possible. In addition, a good set of observations is detailed and uses as many of the five senses as possible. |
Good Observations
If you have not already, scroll to the top of the page and read the material before attempting this exercise. When you are ready to begin with this exercise, click on the parts to put them in order to form a sentence. When you think your answer is correct, click on "Check" to check your answer. If you get stuck, click on "Hint" to find out the next correct part.