sciencing.
The active, hands-on process of exploration and discovery through which individuals (especially children) construct their own understanding of the natural world.
Meaning & usage
The active, hands-on process of exploration and discovery through which individuals (especially children) construct their own understanding of the natural world.
In a constructivist classroom, sciencing is valued over the mere memorization of facts.
The act of applying the scientific method or technical skills to solve a problem, often in a creative or improvisational manner.
We're going to have to do some serious sciencing to get this rover moving again.
The systematic classification or study of a particular subject.
Where this word comes from
From science + -ing. The verbal use of "science" dates back to the 19th century, with modern resurgence in educational and pop-culture contexts.
present participle of science
To treat or analyze something using scientific principles.
The researchers began sciencing the data to find a hidden pattern.
Where this word comes from
From science + -ing. The verbal use of "science" dates back to the 19th century, with modern resurgence in educational and pop-culture contexts.
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