Scientific MethodThe steps scientists follow to solve a problem

The Scientific MethodThe steps scientists follow to solve a problem

The Six Steps of The Scientific Method

1) Observe a problem 2) Ask a question3) Research(gather information) 4) Make a Hypothesis(guess)

5 )Plan and do an Experiment

6 )Draw a Conclusion

(1) Observe a Problem• What you observe with any of your

senses.

Hearing a problem Ex: a machine making

noiseOr a baby crying .

Seeing a problem

Ex: you see fire .

Seeing a problem Ex: you touch

something wet or hot or cold. Then try

to fix that.

(2) Ask a Question• Ask your self how to solve the

problem.• What is the solution to my problem?

(3) Gather information• To know more about the problem

before trying to solve it.• It will be easier to solve.

(4) Make a hypothesis (guess)• What you think the answer is to your

problem.I think

the answer is ……

(5) Plan and do an Experiment• What to do to find the answer.• Test your hypothesis.

Step (1) ………..Step (2) ………..Step (3) …….......

(6) Draw a Conclusion • Find out the answer to the question.• Was your hypothesis correct?