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Understanding the Scientific Method: A Structured Approach to Problem Solving

The Scientific Method is a systematic approach used by scientists to explore and test new ideas. It includes defined steps that guide the formulation of research questions, literature review, hypothesis development, experimentation, and data analysis. With the acronym DR. HERC., the method is simplified: Define the problem, Research literature, Hypothesis and prediction, Experiment, Results, and Conclusion. By following this framework, researchers can ensure their findings are valid and supported by concrete evidence, ultimately advancing our understanding of the natural world.

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Understanding the Scientific Method: A Structured Approach to Problem Solving

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  1. Scientific Method

  2. Scientific Method • A problem solving method that scientists use to test new ideas. • Scientists use the steps when writing and performing experiments.

  3. Meet Your New Best Friend: DR. HERC • D: DEFINE PROBLEM • State as a question • Must be testable • R: RESEARCH LITERATURE • Gather information • Use your senses. • Define terms

  4. Hypothesis & Prediction • H: HYPOTHESIS & PREDICTION • A testable statement, can be shown to be true or false by experimenting or observation. • Prediction • If, Then statement. • If the statement is true, then you would expect a certain result.

  5. Hypothesis & Prediction Hypothesis Prediction • Ex. If plants are given Miracle Grow, then they will grow taller.

  6. Experiment • E: EXPERIMENT • List materials needed • Identify the variables you are testing and that are stated in your hypothesis • Write a detailed, step by step procedure • Carry out experiment and collect data

  7. DR. HERC • R: RESULTS • Present results in a data table, charts, pictures, or graphs • C: CONCLUSIONS • Begin with “In conclusion… • Restate hypothesis • State whether data supported or did not support the hypothesis • Support conclusion with specific facts from the data collected

  8. Results Table Graph

  9. DR. HERC Overview • D: DEFINE PROBLEM • R: RESEARCH LITERATURE • H: HYPOTHESIS • E: EXPERIMENT • R: RESULTS • C: CONCLUSION

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