Self Assessing Scientific Attitudes

Attribute
Yes
No
Date
Curious      

When I see an unfamiliar object or event I want to learn more about it.

I use more than one sense to explore.

I ask questions about objects and events.

I like to observe objects when an opportunity occurs.

I am interested in the outcomes of experiments.

I want to do experiments rather than watch.

Creative      

I can think of ideas that are different from others.

     

I usually have a way to explain things.

I use equipment in unusual ways.

I think of new experiments.

I can make conclusions from my observations.

I can predict outcomes of experiments.

Open-minded      

I want to see something before I accept what people say.

I express my own ideas rather than repeat what I hear.

I listen carefully to the ideas of others.

I change my ideas when I see different or new evidence.

Skeptical      
I am always willing to consider a different way or reconsider an old way.
     

I usually doubt ideas until I have proof.

I must feel something is right beyond most doubt.

I will change my thinking when I find new proof.
Objective      

I want to make decisions based on fact.

I use evidence to justify conclusions.

I point out contradictions in reports by classmates.

I will not make a conclusion until I have adequate evidence.

Persistent      

I like to think about a problem or event until I understand it.

I usually want to continue to investigate after the initial investigation.

I like to change procedures or variables and repeat an experiment to see how it might change the results.

I will complete an activity even though classmates have finished.

Share      

I willingly share my ideas and work with anyone that is willing to listen.

Enjoy      

I enjoy science investigation

 

Dr. Robert Sweetland's Notes ©