Ideas & Evidence
Science: Year 5 & 6 National Curriculum, topic 11.1.2
Ideas & Evidence
When we investigate scientifically, our observations and measurements are evidence that can support or disproof our ideas.
Changing ideas
- Evidence from scientific investigations often forces us to change our ideas.
- Good scientists are always prepared to accept that they may need to change what they think with new evidence.
Opposition to change
- In history, scientists have often had people disagree with their evidence.
- People have disagreed with evidence because they don't want to change what they believe.
Test yourself on Ideas & Evidence
As a scientist, what must you be prepared to accept?
What is correct about evidences?
What is the main reason people disagree with scientific evidence?