Students define questions relating to environmental science that can be answered through investigation. Identify or state questions that can be answered through scientific investigation. Make predictions based on prior knowledge, experiences, and observations. 7.4.1-c Develop hypotheses. Students learn the experimental design method as they plan investigations relating to environmental science.
Students use appropriate equipment and techniques to collect, organize, and describe data.
7.4.3-c Follow a procedure. Represent observations and data using tables, charts, graphs, and drawings. 7.4.3-e Use computer technologies to gather, store, retrieve, display, and analyze data. Students make inferences and evaluate hypotheses based on evidence. Suggest possible sources of experimental error.