Observation or Inference? Science Statements
Sort twelve statements into observations and inferences using a presentation, worksheet and answer key.
- Grades
- Grades 5–7
- File type
- PowerPoint
- Resource types
- Activities, Worksheets, Worksheets & Printables
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About this resource
Use the statements to discuss the difference between direct evidence and an explanation of that evidence. The PowerPoint includes a teacher guide, student sheet and completed key.
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Teaching tips & learning objectives
Learning objectives
- Distinguish an observation from an inference
- Identify when a statement extends beyond direct evidence
- Classify scientific-reasoning statements accurately
Teaching tips
- Ask what could be seen or measured directly before choosing a label.
- Have learners revise one inference into a purely observational statement.
Skills covered
- Observation — statements report directly available evidence.
- Inference — conclusions interpret or extend evidence.
- Scientific reasoning — the two forms are classified deliberately.
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Core concepts
Core concepts
Core concepts
- Observation and inference
- Scientific reasoning
- Evidence statements
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