Science Flashcards

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Refers to particular way of understanding the world, trying to connect past with present

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Science

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Based on premises that we can understand things by receiving accurate information about the world through our senses

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Science

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How do we do science?

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  1. What is this?
  2. How does it work?
  3. How does it become like this?
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What are the Scientific Ways?

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1.Science relies on evidence, logically examined and interpreted by scientist using reasoning.

  1. Although we must be flexible in our thinking, we
    should still follow the scientific process guided by
    parameters.

3.Science is embedded within the times. It is always a work in progress and always tries to correct itself.

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1.Science relies on _______from the natural world.

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evidence

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4 Scientific Principles

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1.Science assumes that we learn about the world by gathering evidence using our senses and the extensions of our senses such as tools or equipment.
2. Science uses and tests evidence from the natural in order to explain science concepts or phenomena.
3. Science is a process of continuously learning about the world around us.
4.Scientific claims are tested and accepted based on observations and rejected if these fail the test.

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8 Steps in Scientific Method

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  1. Make an observation
  2. Ask question
  3. Make a hypothesis
  4. Make prediction
  5. Do an experiment
  6. Analyze the data
  7. Draw conclusion
  8. Communicate results
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The Science Process Skills

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Basic Process Skills
Integrated Process Skills
Higher Order Thinking Skills

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Basic Process Skills

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Observing
Classifying
Communicating
Measuring
Inferring
Predicting

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Integrated Process Skills

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Formulating Hypothesis
Controlling Variables
Defining Operationally
Experimenting
Interpreting data
Formulating Models

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Higher Order Thinking skills

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Critical thinking
Creative thinking
Problem Solving

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It uses the senses (seeing, touching, tasting, smelling and hearing) to gather
information about the objects or events.

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Observing

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It is the grouping of objects or events into categories based on properties or criteria.

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Classifying

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It is a process of using standard or non standard estimates or measure to describe the dimensions of an object or event.

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Measuring

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It uses words or graphic symbols to describe an action, objects or events.

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Communicating

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It is the process of stating the outcomes of future event based on a pattern of evidence.

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Predicting

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It is the process of making an educated guess about an object or event based on previously gathered data or information.

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Inferring

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It is a process of stating the expected outcome of the experiment.

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Formulating Hypothesis

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It is a process of being able to identify variables that can affect the experimental outcomes.

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Controlling Variables

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It is making definition that is
specifically applicable to the activity or how it shall be done.

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Defining Operationally

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It is a process where the hypothesis is proven to be true or not thus a conclusion is derived.

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Experimenting

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It refers to giving meaning to the data which are usually in terms of quantities or numbers.

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Interpreting Data

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It is a process of translating a concept, process or event into mental or physical representation

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Formulating Models

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It is process of actively and skillfully conceptualizing , applying, synthesizing, and/or evaluating information gathered from, or generated by, observation, experience, reflection, reasoning, or communication, as a guide to belief and action.

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Critical Thinking

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It involves students learning to generate and apply new ideas in specific contexts, seeing existing situations in a new way, identifying alternative explanations, and seeing or making new links that generate a positive outcome.
Creative Thinking
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It is the act of defining a problem; determining the cause of the problem; identifying, prioritizing, and selecting alternatives for a solution; and implementing a solution.
Problem Solving
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is the capacity to use scientific knowledge, to identify questions, and to draw evidence-based conclusions in order to understand and help make decisions about the natural world and the changes made to it through human activities.
Scientific Literacy
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3 Components of Scientific Literacy
Scientific Knowledge Scientific Process Situation or Context
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includes understanding of fundamental scientific concepts, limitations of scientific knowledge and the nature of science as a human activity.
Scientific Knowledge
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is the systematic approach scientists use to study, understand, and explain natural phenomena.
Scientific process
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encompasses the background knowledge, theories, methodologies, and societal influences that shape scientific inquiry.
Context or Situation
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It is the environment or setting in scientific research, experimentation or discussion.
Context or Situation
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includes an understanding of what makes the learning of specific topics easy or difficult: the conceptions and preconceptions that students of different ages and backgrounds bring with them to the learning of those most frequently taught topics and lessons."
Pedagogical Content Knowledge (PCK)
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According to him, PCK includes "the most useful forms of representation of topics, the most powerful analogies, illustrations, examples, explanations, and demonstrations - in a word, the ways of representing and formulating the subject that make it comprehensible to others.
Shulman (1986)
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Common elements of PCK
* Knowledge of subject matter * Knowledge of students and possible misconceptions * Knowledge of curricula * Knowledge of general pedagogy.
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is knowing what, when, why, and how to teach using a reservoir of knowledge of good teaching practice and experience.
PCK
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Its goals and content are oriented towards producing scientifically literate citizens, and decision makers. It takes into account emerging social and global issues and concerns, new international trends in curriculum planning and design, and other pedagogical developments.
Science Curriculum
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Guiding Principles of Science Curriculum Framework
1. Science is for everyone. 2. Science is both content and process. 3. School science should emphasize depth rather breadth, coherence rather than fragmentation, and use of evidence in constructing explanation. 4. School science should be relevant and useful. 5. School science should nurture interest in learning. 6. School science should demonstrate a commitment to the development of a culture of science. 7. School science should promote the strong link between science and technology, including indigenous technology. 8. School science should recognize that science and technology reflect, influence, and shape our culture.
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Framework is organized around three interlocking components:
(1) inquiry skills, (2) scientific attitudes, and (3) content and connections.
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sets out what all students should know, understand, value, and be able to do
Framework
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asking questions about the world, designing and conducting investigations, employing different strategies to obtain information, and communicating results, analyzing and evaluating information, procedures, and claims, make decisions based on sound judgment and logical reasoning.
inquiry skills
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Activities such as scientific investigations, experiments, project work, field work, group discussion, and debates allow students to be actively engaged in the following processes.
inquiry skills
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These refer to values and habits of mind which are especially important in science and are necessary if students are to become lifelong learners and productive citizens.
scientific attitudes
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scientific attitudes
Critical Thinking Curiosity Creativity Intellectual Honesty Accuracy Objectivity Independent Thinking Active Listening Assuming Responsibility Taking Initiative Perseverance
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three content areas covered:
(1) Life Science; (2) Physical Science; and (3) Earth and Space Science
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Science education should aim for scientific literacy that is operational in understanding oneself, common human welfare, social, and civic affairs.
Science is for everyone.
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Whether or not students pursue a university education, they should leave school with a level of understanding and scientific literacy that will prepare them to be informed and participative citizens who are able to make judgments and decisions regarding science applications that may have social, health, or environmental impacts.
Science is for everyone.
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Science content and science process are _______?
intertwined
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Without _______, students will have difficulty utilizing the science process skills. Science processes cannot exist in a vacuum. They are learned in context.
Content
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The value of science processes is to advance content or the body of knowledge.
Science is both content and process.
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Science content and science process are intertwined. The value of science processes is to advance content or the body of knowledge. Without content, students will have difficulty utilizing the science process skills. Science processes cannot exist in a vacuum. They are learned in context.
Science is both content and process.
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School science should emphasize _____ rather ______, _______ rather than ________ , and use of evidence in constructing explanation.
depth breadth fragmentation
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The teaching of science should be organized around situations, problems or projects that engage the students both as an individual and a member of a team.
School science should be relevant and useful.
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Organizing the curriculum around problems or phenomena that puzzle students helps motivate them to learn.
School science should nurture interest in learning
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A culture of science is characterized by excellence, integrity, hard work, and discipline.
School science should demonstrate a commitment to the development of a culture of science.
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School science should promote the _______ between _______, including __________.
Strong link science and technology indigenous technology
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The science curriculum should recognize the place of science and technology in everyday human affairs.
School science should recognize that science and technology reflect, influence, and shape our culture.
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It should integrate science and technology in the civic, personal, social, economic, and the values and ethical aspects of life.
School science should recognize that science and technology reflect, influence, and shape our culture.
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It is a variable that stands alone and isn't changed by the other variables you are trying to measue?
Indepedent Variable
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Is the variable that is being measured or tested in experiment.
Dependent Variable
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ex. age, gender
Independent Variable