UMGC The Scientific Method Question

Week 1

DISCUSSION PROMPT:

Personal Response:  In your personal response to the discussion, describe an example of how you use the scientific method in your daily life. Which observation(s) led you to use the scientific method? State a good hypothesis, how you are testing the hypothesis (the experiment), results and conclusion. What are the control and treatment groups in your experiment? What is the dependent and independent variables in your experiment? Name at least one controlled variable.  Your personal response must be a minimum of 150 words (more is OK) and must address each of the components stated in the prompt.  If any sources for are consulted for the preparation of the personal response or if any material is quoted or referenced in the response, citations (in APA format) for the sources must be included at the end of the personal response. 

Comment on two classmate’s post:  In your comment, please provide suggestions for how the other student’s scientific method example can be improved. Examples: How can the hypothesis be edited to make it more specific (better)? Is a proper control group included? Are the independent, dependent and controlled variables correctly identified? How can the experimental design be improved? Also consider sharing any useful videos, tutorials or web-sites that helped you better understand the scientific method.  Your comment on a classmate’s personal response to the discussion must be substantive comment that contributes to their learning. The comment must be a minimum of 100 words. Both Classmate Initial Post are in the attachments.