SCI 100 SNHU Causes & Effects of Climate Change & Ozone Depletion Questions

Overview

Scientists use a variety of methods and approaches to collect andanalyze data. The methods they choose depend on the questions they areinterested in answering. For example, volcanologists might ask aresearch question such as, how do we predict when volcanic eruptionswill occur? To answer that question, they might use a variety of toolssuch as thermal imagers, seismic monitors, and satellites. In additionto collecting data from these instruments, they may also conduct fieldresearch to gather samples of rocks, gas, and ash. In this activity, youwill identify a scientific approach used by scientists to study thetopic of your chosen news story and draft research questions about it.

Prompt

To complete this activity, use the

Module Two Activity Template Word Document

.First, examine your scientific news story for descriptions of how theresearch was conducted. This might be a general description of steps thescientists took, or the specific methods used to collect and analyzeevidence. Look for words associated with the scientific method such as observations, hypothesis, field research, experiments, lab research, or data collection.Next, consider the questions you have about the main idea presentedin your scientific news story. What do you want to know more about? Whatanswers or solutions might benefit you or your community? Draft tworesearch questions you are interested in asking. As you write yourquestions, consult the module overview and module resources forassistance writing your research questions.

Specifically, you must address the following rubric criteria:

Part One: Identifying Scientific Approaches

• Identify an approach to scientific research addressed in the chosen news story.

Part Two: Drafting Good Scientific Questions

Draft two research questions you are interested in asking about themain idea of your news story. Ensure that both of your questions aremeasurable and focused.

• Prepare measurable scientific questions based on the main idea presented in the chosen news story.
• Prepare focused scientific questions based on the main idea presented in the chosen news story.

Guidelines for Submission

Submit your completed Module Two Activity Template. While notrequired, any sources should be cited using APA style. Consult the

Shapiro Library APA Style Guide

for more information on citations. SCI 100 Module Two Activity Template: Scientific Approaches and Questions
Instructions
Address the following about your chosen scientific news story. Replace the bracketed text below with
your responses. Use the module overview and resources for assistance. You do not need to conduct
outside research.
Part One
Identify an approach to scientific research addressed in the chosen news story.
• [Insert text.]
Part Two
Draft two research questions you are interested in asking about the main idea of your news story.
Ensure that both of your questions are measurable and focused.
• [Insert question one here.]
• [Insert question two here.]
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