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Problem Solving, Persistence, and Patience:
The Three P's of Science Research
- Level: Middle-High School
- Topic: Scientific Method/Research
Description:
I recommend this lesson as the first lab/activity for the year. It is appropriate for students in grades 6-12. By building a Rube Goldberg-type machine with limited materials and time designed to solve a specific problem, students will learn that problem solving, patience, and persistence are all an integral and inherent part of science research. This will help to counter the common student misconception that there is always one correct answer that can be found by following a series of procedures in a lab activity. The lesson is structured according to the Learning Cycle, with engage, explore, explain, elaborate, and evaluate components.
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Author:
Terry C. Decresie
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Research Host:
Stephen C. Wood Ph.D.
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- A.G. Cox Middle School
Winterville, NC
- 1996 Frontiers in Physiology
- Summer Research Teacher
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- East Carolina University School of Medicine
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- 1996 Frontiers in Physiology
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| Criteria useful for reviewing
student-centered learning activities
include:
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In this
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| An inquiry level of 4 or 5 | |
| An integrated Internet component | |
| Assessments for content knowledge | |
Assessments for process skills | |
| Addressed the "ABC" rules for humans
and/or animal use | |
| Use of multiple learning
styles and opportunities for all students | |
| Proper safety precautions and
warnings | |
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