Investigating in Science
Using systematic approaches to scientific conventions
Alice shows in her table of results that she is beginning to plan and carry out more systematic trials, using measurement to identify patterns and test ideas.
Processing and interpreting
In Alice's response to the question "What did I find out?" she reaches a conclusion for a simple investigation linked to her own understanding. This is a level 2 indicator. However, her table shows that she is also able to organise data to display obvious trends and patterns and to reach conclusions, an indicator at level 3 (L2–3).
Evaluating the investigative process as a continuous activity
Alice's answer to the question "What could you do better next time?" demonstrates that with support, she can suggest improvements, such as the need for repeated measurements and fair testing when carrying out an investigation.
Reporting
Alice presents an organised report, and she links her findings to her observations. For example, she refers to her observations and reports that both types of worms could not hear the clap or whistle ("wisil"), yet they could respond to the pencil and duster vibrations. |
Thinking in Scientific Ways
Suggesting explanations
Alice suggests explanations supported by some evidence. However, she has some difficulty in justifying her explanation.
Comparing and evaluating explanations
The opening statement in Alice's conclusion indicates that she can change her ideas in the light of the evidence in a simple context. |
