Observation Inference modified by Liz La Rosa www
Observation & Inference modified by Liz La. Rosa www. middleschoolscience. com 2009, from original posted at: www. science-class. net/Power. Points/Observation_Inference_8 th. ppt
• Table of Contents – Page 8 Ch 1 Pre-Test – Page 9 Science in Our World – Title Page – Page 10 -11 Ch 1 Vocabulary – Page 13 Observations vs Inferences Notes – Title of page 13 • Observations vs Inferences Notes – Flocabulary
Observations • Any information collected with the senses. • The skill of describing scientific events tes o n e py o C s e th
Qualitative Data e s e th y p Co s e t no
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Quantitative Data s e t o n e y p Co s e th
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Write: Examples Practice? . s e l p m a x a t e a 2 fd t s o a e e l yp t a ht t s i L eac for
Co on py rig in ht fer si en de ce • Conclusions or deductions based on observations. • The process of drawing a conclusion from given evidence. in fo Inference Practice: Don’t copy…just discuss • Observations: • I hear people screaming • I smell cotton candy, popcorn, and hamburgers • I see a lot of people • Inference = ?
Observation vs Inferences Mystery Footprints Activity ft e L e d si • Copy the title on the left side, and complete the following activity.
Copy the following at the top of page 12. SPI - 0807. Inq. 4 • Objective: I can draw a conclusion that establishes a cause and effect relationship supported by evidence.
Look at these two sets of animal tracks. List 2 OBSERVATIONS Make an
Now what do you think? Make 1 OBSERVATION Make an INFERENCE
Now what do you think? Make 1 OBSERVATION Make an INFERENCE
Conclusion: In your science notebook, write your conclusion (at least 2 to 3 sentences). v What did you learn from this activity? v Why is this skill important in science class? In science in the real world?
Quantitative vs Qualitative Practice Sheet Left side
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