Idea Bank: Thinking Like Scientists

by: Ann Cavallo

Students often find it challenging to adopt the mindset needed in inquiry-based science classes—that is, to think and act like scientists and use the processes of science. To familiarize students with this mindset, begin the school year with the activities described in this article. These activities introduce students to the nature of science and scientific thinking, which they will use throughout the school year and throughout their lives.

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Type Journal ArticlePub Date 9/1/2007Stock # tst07_074_06_86Volume 074Issue 06

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