Scientific+Method

What will I know about the Scientific Method?

By the time you're finished 7th grade, you should be able to...


 * S7.A.1.1.1:** Distinguish between a scientific theory and a general opinion, explaining how a theory is supported with evidence.
 * S7.A.1.1.2:** Develop questions that can be answered through scientific inquiry and/or technological design.
 * S7.A.1.1.3:** Use evidence such as observations or experimental results to support inferences.
 * S7.A.1.1.4:** Use evidence to develop descriptions, explanations, and models.
 * S7.A.2.1.1:** Use evidence from investigations to clearly describe relationships and communicate and support conclusions.
 * S7.A.2.1.2:** Identify a design flaw in a simple technological system and devise possible working solutions.
 * S7.A.2.2.1:** Describe the safe and appropriate use of instruments and scales to accurately and safely make measurements under a variety of conditions.
 * S7.A.2.2.2:** Apply measurement systems to record and interpret observations under a variety of conditions.
 * S7.A.2.2.3:** Describe ways technology is used to enhance scientific study and/or human life.


 * (Please see the Pennsylvania Department of Education's website for more information on 7th grade eligible content.)**