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Making Observations in Science – Scientific Inquiry Qualitative vs Quantitative

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Dive into scientific inquiry with this making observations activities. These low-prep science activities help your students learn about the Nature of Science, the scientific method, and the differences between qualitative vs quantitative observations. The best part is you don’t have to spend time searching, brainstorming, or planning – these hands-on printables have everything you need!

Dive into scientific inquiry with this making observations activities. These low-prep science activities help your students learn about the Nature of Science, the scientific method, and the differences between qualitative vs quantitative observations. The best part is you don’t have to spend time searching, brainstorming, or planning – these hands-on printables have everything you need!

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This scientific method activity emphasizes the difference between verified observations and personal opinions. With very little prep required, this Nature of Science lesson helps students learn how to correctly make qualitative and quantitative observations.
 
The activity download includes learning goals, specific teacher directions, no-prep printable notes, two observation activities, and a quick assessment. Ditch the typical scientific method worksheets and turn your science class into a hands-on learning environment with these engaging qualitative and quantitative activities!
 
What’s included?
  • Teacher Directions to make your life easier
  • 2 Foldable Notes that are great for interactive notebooks
    • Opinion vs Observation
    • Qualitative vs Quantitative
 
  • 2 Activities:
    • Personal Opinion vs. Verified Observations
    • Qualitative Observations vs. Quantitative Observations
 
  • Quick Assessment/Exit Slip for simple measuring of understanding
  • Mastery Checklist to make tracking a breeze
  • Answer Key to save you time and energy!
Florida Science Standards Covered:
  • SC.5.N.1.1 Define a problem, use appropriate reference materials to support scientific understanding, plan and carry out scientific investigations of various types such as: systematic observations, experiments requiring the identification of variables, collecting and organizing data, interpreting data in charts, tables, and graphics, analyze information, make predictions, and defend conclusions.
  • SC.5.N.1.6 Recognize and explain the difference between personal opinion/interpretation and verified observation
 
Texas Essential Knowledge and Skills (TEKS) Standards Covered:
  • SCI.5.2.C The student is expected to collect and record information using detailed observations and accurate measuring.
  • SCI.5.2.D The student is expected to analyze and interpret information to construct reasonable explanations from direct and indirect evidence
 

 
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These observation activities will deepen your students’ understanding of scientific inquiry and the Nature of Science. Easy to use material for YOU! You don’t want to miss out on this ENGAGING resource. Make sure to add this resource to your cart.
 
 
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