Transcript Observation vs. Inference

Observation
vs.
Inference
Review - Observation
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What is an observation?
– Using your five senses to take note of and
observe your surroundings
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Let’s go over our examples!
Inference
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An inference is when you make an
assumption or prediction about something
that you observe
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After you make an observation, you usually
make an inference about what is going on
Let’s practice making inferences!
The next three slides show some fossil imprints that
were found during a archeological dig. We’re
going to record some observations and then make
some inferences about what may have happened
millions of years ago….
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Pictures
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Observations
Inferences
What do you think happened?
In your notebook, please write a short story
(around ½ page – be DETAILED please –
PBJ) describing what you think happened to
the creatures in our fossil evidence
For homework tonight, please complete the
‘Inference’ portion of your worksheet that is
already in your notebook