Name Erik Watka Section 8-3

Scientific Problem Solving Nature of Science Lessons 1 & 2 Tiered Vocabulary and Informational
Text Dependent Questions
Textbook Reference pgs. NOS 4 NOS 18

SWBAT:
Utilize the 7-steps strategy with key terms, and answer text dependent questions using the textbook as a reference.

I: 7-Steps Strategy for Key Terms

I. Review the vocabulary for the new unit using this Quizlet link https://quizlet.com/_2gz3xa

a. Select Flashcards.

Note: In Flashcards, select term first and be sure to follow this 7 steps strategy:
Model: acceleration

1. Look at the term and make a mental note as to the way it is spelled.
2. Listen to the term and make a mental note as to how the term is pronounced.
3. Say the term 3 times out loud.
4. Think about how the term can be used in general without looking at the definition. [For example, at school,
home, and/or in everyday language, etc.] Does it have multiple meanings?
5. Review the meaning of the term as it relates to the science content.
6. Visualize an image that best represents this term as it relates to its science definition.
7. Continue to review the vocabulary to be able to use it in both oral and written language.

2. Select Learn and type in the term for the definition provided.

3. Take the test [MC, matching, and T/F only] for all terms available.

Note: Screenshot the image of your name and score on Quizlet and insert it below.
II: Answering Text Dependent Questions for Lessons 1 & 2

Note: Read the text pages NOS 4 - NOS 18 and answer the Reading Summary Questions for Lessons 1 & 2 in bold
black.

Text Dependent Questions for Lesson 1: pgs. NOS 4 - NOS 11

1. What is science?
Science is the investigation and exploration of natural events and of new information that results from
those investigations.

2. What is scientific inquiry?

A scientific inquiry is a process that uses variety of skills and tools to answer questions or to test
ideas.
3. How is an observation different from an inference?
An observation is when you take and recognize information about whats occurring, while an inference
is an explanation of an observation that you recognize from past knowledge.

4. How is a hypothesis different from a prediction?

A hypothesis is a possible explanation that can be collected by observations, which can be shown and
tested by experiments and investigations, while prediction is a statement of what will occur in a series
of events.

5. How do scientists test their hypotheses?

Scientists test their hypotheses by also testing their predictions. You test your hypotheses by
designing, creating experiments, and also researching the topic.

6. How do scientists analyze their results?

Scientists analyze their results by graphing results, classifying information, making calculations, and
creating additional inferences.

7. What is a conclusion?
A conclusion is a summary of the information gained from testing a hypothesis.

8. What are some benefits to communicating results?

Sharing information and results to other helps other scientists keep improving scientific discovery and
helping maintain its accuracy.

9. Can an unsupported hypothesis ever be valuable?

An unsupported hypothesis can also give you valuable and realistic information.

10. How are scientific theories and laws different?

Scientific theories are different than scientific laws because theories are explanations that are based
on knowledge from experiments, while laws are rules that describe a pattern that repeats itself in
nature.
11. What are the results of scientific inquiry?
Results from scientific inquiry are sometimes new and improved technology, materials, or answers to
questions.

Text Dependent Questions for Lesson 2: pgs. NOS 12 - NOS 18

1. What are three qualities of the metric [SI] system?

The three qualities of the Metric SI System are the Base Units, Unit Prefixes, and Converting Among
SI Units.

2. Why did scientists create the International System of Units [SI] and why is it so easy to convert between metric
[SI] units?
Scientists created the SI because different parts of the world use different systems of measurement, so
they created a new system which everyone can use. It is very easy to convert between metric and SI
Units because its based on multiples of ten.

3. How are precision and accuracy different?

Precision is getting multiple results that are close to each other, while accuracy is when your
description is close to the accepted value.

4. What is the advantage to using scientific notation?

The advantage of using scientific notation is to not write out very long numbers, but write numbers in a
short form.

5. Why is calculating percentage of error helpful?

Calculating percentage of error is helpful because it can help you determine the size of your
experimental error.

6. What are five tools that scientists use and what is each one used for? [pgs. 16-18]
Science Journal- used to record observations and collect data
Balances- A balance is used to find the mass of an object.
Glassware- Used to hold liquids.
Thermometer- Used to measure the temperatures of substances.
Calculator- helps you determine the answers to mathematical problems.