OBSERVING

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OBSERVING
Specimen given Groundnut

• Activities
• Individually, examine the specimen given.
• Record its characteristics.

iii. Put the specimen back into the box and mix
the groundnut up. iv. Try to identify your
specimen based on the characteristics recorded
earlier.
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You are observing when you are
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• Using the five senses effectively.

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2. Identifying relevant particulars of an objects
and its environment.
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3. Focusing on relevant particulars from massive
information.
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4. Identifying similarities and differences.
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5. Identifying strange / unusual features.
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6. Realizing changes in environment.
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7. Identifying the correct sequence.
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8. Using appropriate instrument(s) to enhance
senses for the details.
MICROSCOPE
STETHOSCOPE
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What is meant by observing ?
Observing involves collecting information about
objects or phenomenon by using the five senses
Sight
Hearing Touch
Taste Smell
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Why do we need to observe?
To compile / gather as much information as
possible about objects or phenomena.
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How do we observe?

• Focus on the objects or phenomena to be studied.
• Identify the characteristics.
• Compare the objects or phenomena.
• Identify changes and sequence of events.
• Use appropriate apparatus for more detailed
  observations.