Brain - Scientific Method

Problem

Usually in the form of a question

Hypothesis

An If… then statement

Variables

Two types : independent and dependent

Dependent Variable

What I am measuring or testing

independent variable

what I am changing in the experiment

Materials

The items you need for the experiment

Procedure

Step by Step Plan

Results

Numbers or Graph

Conclusion

2 parts: The science and the experiment

Tell Someone

Talk to your team or Share report with your teacher

Science

The investigation and exploration of natural events and of the new information that results from those investigations.

observation

one of more of the senses to gather information and take note of what occurs

inference

a logical explanation of an observation that is drawn from prior knowledge or experience

hypothesis

a possible explanation about an observation that can be tested by scientific investigation

prediction

a statement of what will happen next in a sequence of events

scientific theory

an explanation of observations or events based on knowledge gained from many observations and investigations.

Scientific Law

describes a pattern or an event in nature that is always true

Technology

practical use of scientific knowledge especially for industrial or commerical use

occipital lobe

responsible for vision

frontal lobe

responsible for thinking, concentration, short term memory and problem solving

neuroplasticity

the ability of your brain to change and bend. Growth Mindset

neuro

greek/latin root for “brain”

Amygdala

The emotional core of your brain. It is found in your temporal lobe.

temporal lobe

memory storage, language, smell, taste and sound

parietal lobe

processing sensory info (touch)