Developing the Scientific Investigation Process

Description

When we develop scientific investigation in schools, we want to develop children's thinking around planning, doing and evaluating so they can learn effectively. This resource breaks down the process into steps applicable to any scientific investigation. 

 - Asking questions
 - Making predictions
 - Designing investigations
 - Making observations/ taking measurements
 - Recording and presenting data
 - Analysing data and drawing conclusions
 - Evaluating

The resource helps teachers to understand what these key elements entail and how to ensure effective guidance of learners working through them. It provides a model or scaffold for adaptation and use in the teaching of each stage, either as a PowerPoint, or printed for children to complete in groups, pairs or independently.

The resource supports science subject leaders in developing a consistent approach across their school so that children become increasingly independent in their ability to investigate scientifically.

Useful Information

Format: eBook
Pages: 30
Publisher: Focus Education (UK) Ltd
Published Date: September 2025

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