Science Court: Data & Inquiry Version 2.0

Science Court: Data & Inquiry Version 2.0 is part of the Science Court series

Science Court offers a research-based way to introduce core science topics and model scientific processes in the classroom. Through humorous animated trials, Science Court directly challenges common misconceptions in earth, life, and physical science topics. Students critically examine the facts, articulate their understanding in multiple ways, and perform hands-on experiments to predict the trial decisions and final verdict. This engaging, research-proven approach will help your students build lasting understanding in science while fully engaging them with the humor of Science Court.

Features & Benefits:

Over the course of the trial, students will learn

• How graphs can help make data analysis easier
• How to recognize and provide examples of data that follow similar pattern
• What makes a good estimate
• Why one would use a random sample
• How bias can influence data-gathering
• How to set up experiments to:
• Practice graphing and analyzing data
• Explore how random samples work to provide reliable information
• Discover how personal bias can influence survey result
• How to work as a team by:
• Becoming members of an interdependent group
• Listening and talking with others
• Sharing a common goal