-Making Scientific Observations

-Scientific Methods 

-Lab Notebook and Journal

-Lab Report Requirements Checklist

-What is Life? activity

-Snail Inquiry

Scientific Methods

-Mr. Biology's Web Page:  This link describe and applies the scientific method in simple terms.

-Appendix E: Introduction to the Scientific Method: A descriptive outline of the scientific method and an explanation of  the difference between a scientific theory and a scientific law.

The General Pattern of the Scientific Method: An on-line booklet describing the scientific method according to 14 ingredients.

-Experimental Science Projects: An Intermediate Level Guide.

This site walks you through the basics of experimental design and the possible errors that arise.

-The Scientific Method of Problem Solving: A high school biology web site geared at experimental design and how to read scientific papers.

-Access Excellence: This article explains the role of chance and discovery in the scientific method.

-On Being A Scientist: Responsible Conduct In Research, National Academy of Sciences

An on-line book taking an in-depth look at the conduct and issues surrounding scientific research.

-Richard Feyman's Cargo Cult Science: A famous physicist commentary on science vs. pseuodoscience.