Scientific Method and Communication Through Science

What are the steps of the scientific method? (In order from 1st step to last step)

• Ask a question, make a hypothesis, perform an experiment, collect data, analyze, report results

• Ask a question, make a hypothesis, collect data, perform an experiment, analyze, report results

• Make a hypothesis, ask a question, perform an experiment, collect data, report results, analyze

• Make a hypothesis, ask a question, collect data, perform an experiment, report results, analyze

Which of the following could be used to measure the mass of an object?

• measuring cup

• thermometer

• scale balance

Anything that can change during in the experiment is called...

Which of the following are examples of non verbal communication (mark all that apply)

• facial expressions

• eye contact

• pitch of voice

• body language

Write a few sentences on what is important to include in written forms of communication.

What is a laboratory report?

• an explanation of how an experiment will be carried out

• the basis of a journal article concluding the results of experimentation clearly

• an explanation of what an experiment will result in

What is one way to explain results without words?

Why are communication skills important in science?

• helps build strong relationships

• convey clear and correct information to others

• makes people care more about the topic

• is interesting hear other's opinions

What are the three different parts of communication?

• nonverbal communication

• formal communication

• speaking skills

• listening skills

True of false: A control can change during an experiment

• true

• false