In Search of New Worlds: Exploring Methods Used in Science

Explore methods used in scientific inquiry by following an actual astronomer in search of new planets within our solar system in this interactive tutorial.
Resource ID#: 194589 Type: Original Student Tutorial
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Subject(s): Science
Grade Level(s): 8
Intended Audience: Students
Keywords: scientific model, inquiry, method, scientific methods, astronomy, space, planet, Pluto, Planet X, models, nature of science, science, interactive, tutorials, elearning, e-learning
Instructional Component Type(s): Original Student Tutorial
Resource Collection: Original Student Tutorials Science - Grades K-8

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