Description
Book SynopsisA complete description of how to use the scientific method to create a science project, for ages 10 and up.
Trade Review"This book is an excellend resource for students and teachers. . . .The author covers the basic premises of the scientific method in a concise, easy-to-read manner. . . This book is a must-have for any classroom teacher who requires a science fair or independent project." NSTA Recommends.
Table of ContentsPreface.
1. What Is Scientific?
2. Scientific Methods.
3. Simple Experiments.
4. Controlled Experiments.
5. Counterbalancing Controlled Experiments.
6. Blind and Double-blind Experiments.
7. Case Studies.
8. Naturalistic Observation.
9. Surveys and Controlled Surveys.
10. Measurement.
11. Record Keeping.
12. Causality and Theory.
13. Evaluating Results: Statistics, Probability, and Proof.
14. Howto Get Help in Evaluating Results.
15. Publishing or Reporting.
Appendix A: Seed Germination Test.
Appendix B: More Reaction-Time Methods.
Glossary.
Bibliography.
Index.
