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in Natural Sciences and Technology 5. Recreate the experiment Recreate the experiment until the results are consistent (this is often not done in class setup). 6. Communicate your results Present a final report or presentation. Learners enjoy solving problems using the scientific method. They often become so involved in trying to solve the problem that they forget the situation/scenario is contrived. Once they can confidently use the scientific method, they can apply it more successfully in science class and to problems in their own lives. They truly learn intellectual skills that are valuable in all areas of their lives. During 2019, the intermediate phase will apply the scientific method through project-based learning by completing various tasks and experiments. The great thing about science is that it is a process that never stops! Every new discovery leads to a new question which, in turn, leads to a new hypothesis and a new piece of knowledge. The discoveries are never-ending! WWW.CURRO.CO.ZA | FROM THE CLASSROOM TO THE WORLD | CURRO IN THE CLASSROOM 11