Scientific Method for Years 7 & 8 Enquire Now Immerse your students in the real scientific process! Designed for Years 7 & 8 to investigate the scientific method in detail, this workshop introduces and expands a variety of core scientific principles: forming a hypothesis identifying variables fair testing experimental design and reporting critical thinking and problem solving These 5 elements are essential for students to plan and undertake their own first-hand investigations as well as evaluate their results correctly, regardless of what unit of work they are studying! Use this workshop to help students understand the core components of scientific literacy as well as kick-off their entry into high school science. Trustpilot Online Class Version We’ve run live interactive distance programs since 2010 and are highly experienced in making online classes engaging for students on a variety of web conferencing platforms. All of the activities listed below will be covered during the conference. Upon booking, you will receive a PDF outlining the materials that you can have on hand to make the workshop more interactive. It’s not a problem if you can’t source all of the materials, as we’ll have these on hand for the workshop Full child protections are in place We usually connect to classes & homes via Zoom, however if you wish to use a different software we can work with you on getting the connection live. If you connect with us via Zoom Full system requirements for Zoom here Each student should test their Zoom connection here. Once the date & time is arranged we will send you simple connection instructions (one click & you’re in!) Quick Links Past projects Requirements Cost per Science Show Free Science Resources Back to Secondary Science Incursions 150 Free Experiments Fizzics in the Media Australian Curriculum Mapping for all science workshops & shows Australian ACARA Content Outcomes: Identify questions and problems that can be investigated scientifically and make predictions based on scientific knowledge (ACSIS124) & (ACSIS139) Measure and control variables, select equipment appropriate to the task and collect data with accuracy (ACSIS126) & (ACSIS141) Summarise data, from students’ own investigations and secondary sources, and use scientific understanding to identify relationships and draw conclusions based on evidence (ACSIS130) & (ACSIS145) Reflect on scientific investigations including evaluating the quality of the data collected, and identifying improvements (ACSIS131) & (ACSIS146) Communicate ideas, findings and evidence based solutions to problems using scientific language, and representations, using digital technologies as appropriate (ACSIS133) & (ACSIS148) Mixtures, including solutions, contain a combination of pure substances that can be separated using a range of techniques (ACSSU113) Change to an object’s motion is caused by unbalanced forces, including Earth’s gravitational attraction, acting on the object (ACSSU117) Chemical change involves substances reacting to form new substances (ACSSU225) Energy appears in different forms, including movement (kinetic energy), heat and potential energy, and energy transformations and transfers cause change within systems (ACSSU155) Australian National Curriculum Mapping for all our science workshops & shows NSW SCIENCE SYLLABUS CONTENT for all our incursions NSW Science & Technology Syllabus Content A student: identifies questions and problems that can be tested or researched and makes predictions based on scientific knowledge SC4-4WS follows a sequence of instructions to safely undertake a range of investigation types, collaboratively and individually SC4-6WS processes and analyses data from a first-hand investigation and secondary sources to identify trends, patterns and relationships, and draw conclusions SC4-7WS presents science ideas, findings and information to a given audience using appropriate scientific language, text types and representations SC4-9WS describes the action of unbalanced forces in everyday situations SC4-10PW explains how scientific understanding of, and discoveries about the properties of elements, compounds and mixtures relate to their uses in everyday life SC4-17CW NSW K – 10 Science Syllabus mapping for all our incursions Victorian Curriculum Identify questions, problems and claims that can be investigated scientifically and make predictions based on scientific knowledge (VCSIS107) Collaboratively and individually plan and conduct a range of investigation types, including fieldwork and experiments, ensuring safety and ethical guidelines are followed (VCSIS108) In fair tests, measure and control variables, and select equipment to collect data with accuracy appropriate to the task (VCSIS109) Use scientific knowledge and findings from investigations to identify relationships, evaluate claims and draw conclusions (VCSIS111) Reflect on the method used to investigate a question or solve a problem, including evaluating the quality of the data collected, and identify improvements to the method (VCSIS112) Formulate questions or hypotheses that can be investigated scientifically, including identification of independent, dependent and controlled variables (VCSIS134) Select and use appropriate equipment and technologies to systematically collect and record accurate and reliable data, and use repeat trials to improve accuracy, precision and reliability (VCSIS136) Analyse patterns and trends in data, including describing relationships between variables, identifying inconsistencies in data and sources of uncertainty, and drawing conclusions that are consistent with evidence (VCSIS138) Use knowledge of scientific concepts to evaluate investigation conclusions, including assessing the approaches used to solve problems, critically analysing the validity of information obtained from primary and secondary sources, suggesting possible alternative explanations and describing specific ways to improve the quality of data (VCSIS139) Science Show Demonstrations Potato problems Which pair of electrodes produce the largest voltage? Piaget's Pendulum Is it the length of string or the mass that matters? Eulers Disc Statistically, what is the average length of spin. Why? Mixing it up Does surface area make a difference with dissolving rates? Hot or cold skittles How much of an impact does heat have? Gas release via displacement Which product releases the most carbon dioxide? Bicarbonate soda rocket Does more vinegar make it go higher? Crushers How much pressure can paper cylinders take? Ice block conundrum Which will melt the ice first... metal or plastic? Rubber band race cars Does a car go twice as far when you stretch the band twice as much? Requirements Appropriate for Years 7 to 8 with a maximum of 30 students per workshop Access to 3 electrical power sockets and 8 tables Chairs are not required Set up time 30 minutes and pack up time 30 minutes During Social Distancing – Contact us and we’ll tailor a program to suit both your school and the State’s social distancing requirements. Further details here Did you know about our larger stage shows? Designed to engage groups of up to 240 students, pair this workshop with one of these school favourites! Big Science Big Fun tick tick BOOM! Destination Moon Cost $495 GST Free for a 60-minute workshop or $540 GST Free for a 90-minute workshop. Find out about offers & discounts here! In a regional area? Find out how we can attend your school as part of a country science tour! Call 1300 856 828, or click below to make a booking for your high school. Trustpilot Find out more here Enquire Now Fizzics Education Awards Related Shows Fizzics Offers & Discounts – Secondary Making science accessible for all grades Trying to embed inquiry-based learning across your school? Need to make STEM & PBL a priority? Want to help students science understanding shine? Let Fizzics make this easy for you! Curriculum-linked science workshops & shows at a discount! 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Australian ACARA Content Outcomes: Identify questions and problems that can be investigated scientifically and make predictions based on scientific knowledge (ACSIS124) & (ACSIS139) Measure and control variables, select equipment appropriate to the task and collect data with accuracy (ACSIS126) & (ACSIS141) Summarise data, from students’ own investigations and secondary sources, and use scientific understanding to identify relationships and draw conclusions based on evidence (ACSIS130) & (ACSIS145) Reflect on scientific investigations including evaluating the quality of the data collected, and identifying improvements (ACSIS131) & (ACSIS146) Communicate ideas, findings and evidence based solutions to problems using scientific language, and representations, using digital technologies as appropriate (ACSIS133) & (ACSIS148) Mixtures, including solutions, contain a combination of pure substances that can be separated using a range of techniques (ACSSU113) Change to an object’s motion is caused by unbalanced forces, including Earth’s gravitational attraction, acting on the object (ACSSU117) Chemical change involves substances reacting to form new substances (ACSSU225) Energy appears in different forms, including movement (kinetic energy), heat and potential energy, and energy transformations and transfers cause change within systems (ACSSU155) Australian National Curriculum Mapping for all our science workshops & shows
NSW Science & Technology Syllabus Content A student: identifies questions and problems that can be tested or researched and makes predictions based on scientific knowledge SC4-4WS follows a sequence of instructions to safely undertake a range of investigation types, collaboratively and individually SC4-6WS processes and analyses data from a first-hand investigation and secondary sources to identify trends, patterns and relationships, and draw conclusions SC4-7WS presents science ideas, findings and information to a given audience using appropriate scientific language, text types and representations SC4-9WS describes the action of unbalanced forces in everyday situations SC4-10PW explains how scientific understanding of, and discoveries about the properties of elements, compounds and mixtures relate to their uses in everyday life SC4-17CW NSW K – 10 Science Syllabus mapping for all our incursions Victorian Curriculum Identify questions, problems and claims that can be investigated scientifically and make predictions based on scientific knowledge (VCSIS107) Collaboratively and individually plan and conduct a range of investigation types, including fieldwork and experiments, ensuring safety and ethical guidelines are followed (VCSIS108) In fair tests, measure and control variables, and select equipment to collect data with accuracy appropriate to the task (VCSIS109) Use scientific knowledge and findings from investigations to identify relationships, evaluate claims and draw conclusions (VCSIS111) Reflect on the method used to investigate a question or solve a problem, including evaluating the quality of the data collected, and identify improvements to the method (VCSIS112) Formulate questions or hypotheses that can be investigated scientifically, including identification of independent, dependent and controlled variables (VCSIS134) Select and use appropriate equipment and technologies to systematically collect and record accurate and reliable data, and use repeat trials to improve accuracy, precision and reliability (VCSIS136) Analyse patterns and trends in data, including describing relationships between variables, identifying inconsistencies in data and sources of uncertainty, and drawing conclusions that are consistent with evidence (VCSIS138) Use knowledge of scientific concepts to evaluate investigation conclusions, including assessing the approaches used to solve problems, critically analysing the validity of information obtained from primary and secondary sources, suggesting possible alternative explanations and describing specific ways to improve the quality of data (VCSIS139)
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