KS3
Scientific attitudes
- Pay attention to objectivity and concern for accuracy, precision, repeatability and reproducibility
- Understand that scientific methods and theories develop as earlier explanations are modified to take account of new evidence and ideas
- Publishing results and peer review
- Evaluate risks
Experimental skills and investigations
- Ask questions and develop a line of enquiry based on observations of the real world, alongside prior knowledge and experience
- Make predictions using scientific knowledge and understanding
- Select, plan and carry out the most appropriate types of scientific enquiries to test predictions, including identifying independent, dependent and control variables, where appropriate
- Use appropriate techniques, apparatus, and materials during fieldwork and laboratory work, paying attention to health and safety
- Make and record observations and measurements using a range of methods for different investigations; and evaluate the reliability of methods and suggest possible improvements
- Apply sampling techniques
Analysis and evaluation
- Apply mathematical concepts and calculate results
- Present observations and data using appropriate methods, including tables and graphs
- Interpret observations and data, including identifying patterns and using observations, measurements and data to draw conclusions
- Present reasoned explanations, including explaining data in relation to predictions and hypotheses
- Evaluate data, showing awareness of potential sources of random and systematic error
- Identify further questions arising from their results