Analyzing Migration Maps Watch Your Language! (Back to Lesson) National Science Education Standards Inquiry Scientists develop explanations using observations (evidence) and what they already know about the world. Good explanations are based on evidence from investigations. (K-4) Nature of Science It is part of scientific inquiry to evaluate the results of scientific investigations, experiments, observations, theoretical models, and the explanations proposed by other scientists. Evaluation includes reviewing experimental procedures, examining the evidence, identifying faulty reasoning, pointing out statements that go beyond the evidence, and suggesting alternative explanations for the same observations.   Copyright 2006 Journey North. All Rights Reserved. Please send all questions, comments, and suggestions to our feedback form