Observation; experimentation
Measurement; data processing
Analyzing phenomena; identifying the fundamental processes in nature; describing phenomena
Inquiry: observation, experimentation, building apparatus, measurement, collection and evaluation of data; finding and checking and the importance of information (with the help of inquiry); development of conception; evaluation of preconceptions; the use of ICT
Creating hypotheses; verification of hypotheses; evaluation
Formulating conclusions; expressing opinions and defending them; substantiation of solutions
Logical thinking, interconnection of facts, drawing conclusions (not only to memorize facts); implementation of own innovative solutions (not only to follow instructions blindly), argumentation, communication.
Solving projects Suitable contents from everyday life; interdisciplinary nature of problems; using evidence gained from a range of information sources; understanding of science concepts through the students’ own activity and reasoning. Student = active researcher Teacher = adviser and guide. Working in groups, cooperation, and discussion.