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In this activity, learners work in teams to study the observation skills essential to scientific research. Learners work in groups and lead one blindfolded member of the group to a tree and other various places nearby. The blindfolded team member describes what he/she smells, feels, and hears while the other members take notes. Learners switch roles and at the end, compare their observations and analyze their observational skills.
- Under 5 minutes
- 45 to 60 minutes
- 1 cent - $1 per group of students
- Ages 11 - 18
- Activity
- English
Quick Guide
Materials List (per group of students)
- blindfolds
- tissue to use with each round of the walk in order to keep blindfold sanitary
- journals
- activity sheets
- newsprint/chart paper
- art materials
- outdoor area for learners to observe
Subjects
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Life Sciences
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Human Senses and Perception
- Touch
- Taste
- Smell
- Hearing
- Perception
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Human Senses and Perception
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Mathematics
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Data Analysis and Probability
- Data Analysis
- Data Collection
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Data Analysis and Probability
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The Nature of Science
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The Scientific Process
- Asking Questions
- Conducting Investigations
- Gathering Data
- Formulating Explanations
- Communicating Results
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The Scientific Process
Informal Categories
- Outdoor Activity
- Physical Activity
Audience
To use this activity, learners need to:
- see
- read
- hear
- be mobile
- smell
- taste
- touch
Learning styles supported:
- Involves teamwork and communication skills
- Involves hands-on or lab activities
Other
Access Rights:
- Free access
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Rights:
- All rights reserved, American Museum of Natural History, 2001