Nature of Science PreAP Biology Bell Work Define

Nature of Science Pre-AP Biology

Bell Work Define “science” Give two examples of scientists conducting “science”

Objectives List the six characteristics of science Distinguish science from pseudoscience Explain why extrasensory perception is pseudoscience

Terminology Science Pseudoscience Extrasensory perception

Science has Six characteristics Event or process is observable Observations repeatable Natural phenomena Testable Predictable Tentative

Think-Pair-Share Take the six characteristics of science and explain what those six characteristics mean to you. After writing their meaning share with a partner. Be ready to share with the class 3

Definition of Science Process by which we ask questions about what we observe in nature and seek to find answers

Pseudoscience More based on antidotal evidence (hear say or word of mouth) Selective use of data- individuals pick data that fits their conclusion Example of Pseudoscience – extrasensory perception

Read the story then answer the following questions in your note-taker Based on reading this article, define extrasensory perception. How was Eliza attempting to show she had extrasensory perception? Why was Ralph (Dad) upset with Jean (Mom)? Based on this story, why does extrasensory perception not meet the criteria of science?

Definition of Extrasensory Perception occurring independently of our five senses (hearing, touch, taste, sight, smell).

Letter or Note to a Friend Write a note to a friend or absent classmate explaining what you learned about the nature of science 11