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Las Science 7 Q1 W1

The document summarizes the scientific method and key steps involved in a scientific investigation. It discusses important science process skills like observing, predicting, inferring, classifying, measuring, and communicating. These skills help scientists conduct experiments and solve problems. The basic steps of the experimental method are identified as: 1) defining the problem, 2) gathering information, 3) formulating a hypothesis, 4) performing an experiment, 5) analyzing data, and 6) making a conclusion. Sample situations are also provided to illustrate applying these steps.

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Las Science 7 Q1 W1

The document summarizes the scientific method and key steps involved in a scientific investigation. It discusses important science process skills like observing, predicting, inferring, classifying, measuring, and communicating. These skills help scientists conduct experiments and solve problems. The basic steps of the experimental method are identified as: 1) defining the problem, 2) gathering information, 3) formulating a hypothesis, 4) performing an experiment, 5) analyzing data, and 6) making a conclusion. Sample situations are also provided to illustrate applying these steps.

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Quarter 1: Week 1

Scientific Method of Investigation


Background Information
Scientists use different methods in solving problems, but they follow certain steps.
They ask questions about the phenomenon or situation observed. They carefully observe and
look for regularities in their observations. Sometimes they discover something accidentally or
by chance, but they have a “ready mind” because they can immediately see what is of value
from what is not. Only investigators with trained scientific minds could chance upon such
findings.
Science process skills are skills that scientists and researchers use to aid them in
their work. Mastery of these thinking skills will make science enjoyable. Moreover, they will
help you understand better the immediate environment and the natural world. The following
are the science process skills
1. Observing. Using one of more of your senses to gather information. It can be
quantitative or qualitative
2. Predicting. Making a statement about what will happen in the future based on
experience or evidence.
3. Inferring. Explaining or interpreting the observations you make. Inference can
also be assumptions about your observation.
Remember:
a. Prediction- can explain what will happen
b. Inference-explain what is happening
4. Classifying. Grouping items together based on some characteristics of the
items.
5. Measuring. Using measurements or estimates to describe objects or an event.
6. Communicating. Using words, symbols, or graphics to describe objects or
events.
As mentioned earlier, most scientists perform experiments to work out solutions to
problems. Doing experiments or conducting scientific investigations enabled them to see
cause-effect relationships.
What are the basic steps of the experimental method of investigation?
1. Identify or define the problem- The problem should be clear and specific
2. Gathering information- Get only relevant information about the problem.
3. Formulate hypothesis- think about what might happen in response to certain inputs
or assumptions. A hypothesis is an educated guess and must be based on
information from fast research or literature studies.
4. Perform an experiment- An experiment designed to test a specific hypothesis
involves only those factors whose effects are to be studied. These factors are known
as variables. Two types of variables are considered: those that can be controlled and
those that can be changed or manipulated. The variable that is changing (or that
changes) is called the independent variable while the variable that responds to the
change is called the dependent variable. Remember the rule: vary only one variable
or factor at a time while keeping all other factors in the experiment unchanged or
constant.
In an experiment, a control setup is used as reference or standard against which
the results of the experimental set ups will be compared.
5. Analyze the data. All collected data are clearly analyzed and correctly interpreted.
Analysis helps any investigator decide whether to accept or reject his or her
hypothesis
6. Make a conclusion. Conclusion or a general statement can be made about the study.
To make sure that the findings are conclusive, repeat the experiment using the same
procedure and conditions. If the results are almost the same, the conclusion is deemed
valid.
Learning Competency:
Describe the components of a scientific investigation; S7MT-Ia-1 W-1

Activity 1A- Think Deeper!


Directions. Match column A with the picture in column B. Write the letter of your answer on
the space provided before each number.
A B

1. Observing A.

2. Inferring B.

3. Predicting C.

4. Classifying D.

5. Measuring E.

F.
Activity 1B- Name It!
Direction: Identify the skills that are defined in the sentence.
1. Using words, symbols, or graphs to describe an object or event
2. Using measurements or estimates to describe an object or event.
3. Forming assumption or possible explanation based on observation
4. Guessing the most likely to outcome based on a pattern of evidence
5. Grouping together items base on some characteristics of the item

Activity 1C- Activate Your Brain.


Direction: Read the sentences below and identify which science process skills are being
shown in each sentence. Choose your answer from the word bank.
OBSERVING INFERRING PREDICTING CLASSIFYING
MEASURING COMMUNICATING

1. The sky is blue.


2. My mother is 20 inches taller with my sister.
3. Group the class according to their gender.
4. It will be rainy tomorrow.
5. The policeman arrested the drug pusher.

Activity 2- Identifying the Parts of a Scientific Investigation Procedures:


1. Read the following to identify the Steps in Scientific Method.
2. Enumerate the steps done in solving scientific problems

Situation A.

Girl A was sewing her dress. Suddenly the needle slipped off her hand and fell on the
floor. She tried to look for the needle, yet she could not find it. She asked her older sister to
help her, but her sister was too busy. She was able to find it with the aid of a magnet.

Situation B.

The flashlight failed to work. So, Boy A, tried to find out why it was not functioning. He
checked out the parts and formulated several hypotheses as to why the bulb did not light.
After checking the batteries, he found out that they were not properly connected. He brought
out the batteries and connected them properly. The flashlight worked!

Guide Questions:
1.What was the problem of Girl A and Boy B?
2.How did Boy A solve his problem? 3.How
did Girl A solve her problem?
4.What could be the hypotheses tested by Girl A?
5.What are some of the advantages and disadvantages of following the steps in
scientific method?

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