ORNL
DAAC Educator's Corner
The Science of Science
Puzzles created by the ORNL DAAC, especially suited for grades 1-7
Lists of web sites categorized by subject areas within science. Subject areas included are: Earth and Space Science, Physical Science, History of Science, Careers, Life Science, Informal Education, and Process Skills.
Techniques of Political Analysis. A slide show covering the falsafiability, circular arguments and steps for evaluating scientific claims. [Clear and concise overview]
Points out that the scientific method involves both the "empirical" and the "deductive." This historical account of the origin of the scientific method discusses important people such as, Leonardo da Vinci, Francis Bacon, Copernicus, Tycho Brahe, and Galileo.
Points out that the scientific method is the cornerstone for discovering facts and creating theories about the Universe we live in. Examines the art of scientific thinking to better understand where knowledge comes from.
An Introduction to Science: Concepts regarding the definition of science, scientific thinking, and the methods of science.
This working paper may be printed as a paper copy for non-profit, non-commercial, academic or educational use provided no alterations are made and the copyright notice is maintained intact. [Great information on scientific thinking]
This site places a strong emphasis on the understanding of scientific skills and processes. For example, formulate working hypotheses and devise tests for them, using controls where appropriate; interpret data and to interpolate and extrapolate from them; formulate generalizations in the light of both first-hand and second-hand evidence.
A brief overview of the scientific method including Observation, Hypothesis, Controlled Experiment, Revision, and Scientific Theory. [Includes visual flowchart]