A very good explanation of the scientific process and the differences between science and non-science. This is a concise and clearly written description.

An introduction to scientific process and thinking like a scientist.

Through this series of three lessons, students will gain an understanding of the basics of mineral science. In their investigation they will also work through the scientific process as they practice their observation skills, form...

Instructional module focusing on the scientific method as a process of investigation into the natural world rather than a linear collection of facts. Site also includes an interactive practice quiz and links relating to the topic.

A look at the human side of science. Take a look at how background and motivation can lead to different perspectives, discoveries, and progress in science.

Explore what science really is with this explanation of scientific knowledge.

Specific examples are used show the importance of good description in scientific research since data and numbers are not always available.

Explanation of the difference between popular media and scientific journals. Includes examples.

Learning module looking at scientific explanations. Discussion covers theories and how they develop, some well-known theories and their origins, and how theories are revised and refined. Also, covers hypotheses and laws. The three...

A good first step to read. This set of recommendations or advice comes from the California State Science Fair Committee. Read carefully the first three paragraphs and the "Students are advised" paragraph.

This page addresses the several topics students may have misconceptions about in science. Page addresses topics such as the limits of science to misinterpretations of the scientific process in a FAQ type of responses.

Students work in groups to develop an understanding of the size and shape of an object hidden beneath a plywood board, asking questions, testing their reasoning, and drawing conclusions, as scientists do. Students are never permitted to...

Scientific discovery is the process or product of successful scientific inquiry. Objects of discovery can be things, events, processes, causes, and properties as well as theories and hypotheses and their features (their explanatory...

There are basic aspects to scientific reasoning which stretch across all dimensions of science studies found in this article.

Historical overview of two early forms of printmaking: intaglio and lithography.