9: Generating and Testing Hypotheses

Resources and activities to learn about Generating and Testing Hypotheses

What is Generating and Testing Hypotheses?

Generating and Testing Hypotheses is found in the Blue Zone of the Framework for Instructional Planning. The Blue Zone is also known as Helping Students Extend and Apply Knowledge.

Strategy

McREL Definition

Generating and Testing Hypotheses

Enhance students' understanding of and ability to use knowledge by engaging them in the mental processes that involve making and testing hypotheses. (UTwCITW p. 8)

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