Learn how to make a scientific argument using claims, evidence, and reasoning – Tutorial Part 1 of 5
Wisdom Begins with Wonder
Equipped with his five senses, man explores the universe around him and calls the adventure science. ~ E.P. Hubble
Learn more about how to think creatively and scientifically by exploring the following links and learning tools.
What makes a good inquiry question?
A good question is an invitation to think (not recall, summarize, or detail).
A good question comes from genuine curiosity and confusion about the world.
A good question makes you think about something in a way you never considered before.
A good question invites both deep thinking and deep feelings.
A good question leads to more good questions.
A good question asks you to think critically, creatively, ethically, productively, and reactively about essential ideas in a discipline.
a good question is:
open-ended; typically there is no-one, correct answer
points towards important, transferable ideas within (and
sometimes across) disciplines
Student Sheet #1: Tips for asking good science questions
Student Sheet #2: Tips for developing a strong scientific hypothesis
How can mistakes coincidences and surprises be used to generate new knowledge?
