Scientific Research
Tenth Grade First Semester
Karen Pikula, Jeff Whittaker
Topics
Background Research |
Visit library to learn about journal research. |
Create Hypothesis |
Students write their own hypothesis on a topic of their choice. We strongly suggest a link to biology. No surveys or human subjects allowed. |
Scientific Design |
Specific materials and lab equipment must be clearly idetified. |
Data Collection |
Timely and accurate collection of data. |
Analysis |
Use of statistical methods for confidence intervals or test of significance. |
Synthasis |
Conclusions linked to further investigations and real world applications. |
Science Fair |
All tenth grade students enter the DCMST Science Fair. Outstanding projects will continue onto the Science and Engineering Fair of Metro Detroit, the State of Michigan and hopefully the International Science and Engineering Fair. |