When students are asked to elaborate about the explanations of the “doing” of
science in classes, students often only list facts, concepts, and procedures. It is important to
define and describe what is meant by “doing” science by practicing scientists. The first goal
indicates new major emphasis for such doing of science. It is central to the National Science
Teachers Association’s position statement, which defines “both science and technology as
human endeavors which involve similar basic procedures. Doing science involves exploring
the natural world and then seeking explanations – based on evidence – regarding objects
and events encountered. Technology focuses on the same features that include the human made world” (NSTA, 2013-14).