Observations, Inferences, and Making Predictions in Science!
This is a beginning one -time class where students will learn the differences between making observations, making inferences, and making predictions in life science (Biology) and then discuss this knowledge through the use of photographs.
What's included
1 live meeting
35 mins in-class hoursClass Experience
What will be taught: Students will be introduced to the scientific concepts of making observations, inferences, and making predictions. Then we will discuss different photographs and list what observations and inferences we can determine and finally what might be some possible predictions. Using an interactive PowerPoint the students will fill out a graphic organizer and define the three concepts. There will be 6 "photo" worksheets posted. Students can print these out if they would like or they can write their discussion on lined or plain paper. Topics Covered: Observation, Inference, and Predictions in Science Class Structure: This will be a course for students to take notes on a graphic organizer and ask questions using basic classroom manners. We will have an open discussion when questions arise and during our practice time. Students will be allowed to speak freely and "school" appropriately when they raise their hands or talk amongst themselves to determine what makes a good observation, inference, or prediction. No prior knowledge is required.
Learning Goals
Students will learn how to differentiate between an observation, inference, and then make a prediction. Being able to carefully make observations in science is very important. You might need to figure out what a mystery substance is or just tell your friend what the weather is like outside. You can make qualitative observations like color, shape, and smell. To learn more, sometimes you might have to make quantitative observations like weight or temperature. By observing closely and then making inferences, you can find out all kinds of things about the world. That’s what scientists do!
Other Details
Supply List
A graphic organizer and 6 "photo" worksheets will be provided to the student. If a printer is not available the student may use lined or plain paper. They may want to bring colored pencils to draw their observations from the photo.
1 file available upon enrollment
External Resources
Learners will not need to use any apps or websites beyond the standard Outschool tools.
Teacher expertise and credentials
Hello! My name is Mary Lu Kovach (Mrs. K) and I will be your instructor for on-line Science. Science is so interesting I know you will enjoy learning about the study of life and the many different topics concerning our living world! I have a Bachelor’s degree in Education from Eastern Michigan University where I majored in Biology and Chemistry. I also hold a Masters's degree in Learning Disabilities from Madonna University which is in Livonia, Michigan, and I have over 30 additional hours in graduate credit from Mary Grove College in the Art of Teaching. I have over 26 years of experience teaching children in the areas of Biology, Chemistry, History, Algebra, Geometry, and English. I am also TEFL (Teaching English as a Foreign Language) certified and am an English as a Second Language instructor with VIPKid's.
I love the water! Not only do I enjoy boating, fishing, and swimming we live by beautiful Lake Huron. Did you know that Lake Huron is the fifth largest freshwater lake on the planet, according to the Michigan Economic Development Corporation? The lake's surface area is 23,000 square miles (59,600 square kilometers) and its volume is 850 cubic miles (3,540 cubic km). I absolutely love living near Lake Huron.
I look forward to instructing you, helping you prepare for your future, and getting to know you during our lessons!
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Live One-Time Class
$13
per classMeets once
35 min
Completed by 2 learners
Live video meetings
Ages: 11-16
4-10 learners per class