Scientific Inquiry

Scientific inquiry is an activity of students in which they develop knowledge and understanding of scientific ideas, as well as an understanding of how scientists study the natural world
National Science Education Standards
2002

Inquiry is best when student driven

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TRAILS Scientific Inquiry Process

Scientific Inquiry Featured Lessons

Planting Roots

Planting Roots

Lesson Overview: Students will design and print a model root structure based off of native plants in your area to help ...
Wing it

Wing it

Lesson Overview:  Students integrate observations of biological processes and organisms into the design of a wind turbine blade to optimize ...
Temporary Sanctuary

Temporary Sanctuary

Lesson Overview: Lesson focuses on students learning about how sustainability, biomimicry, and architecture can work together to create innovative and ...

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