Scientific Processes
In each Clarion unit students are guided through the process of scientific investigation. Simulating the work of real scientists, students develop a systematic set of inquiry skills.
Students are introduced to The Wheel of Scientific Investigation and Reasoning which contains five components of scientific investigation:
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Make observations.
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Ask questions.
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Learn more.
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Design and conduct experiments.
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Create meaning from experiments.
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Tell others what was found from the experiment.
Students apply the components of scientific investigation throughout unit and use the Wheel to analyze aspects of an investigation or to plan an investigation.
