Create a Question
Using general observations of the world around you, compose a question that you seek an answer to.
Form a Hypothesis
Based on your observation, derive a testable explanation for your question.
Test the Hypothesis
Conduct an experiment to test your explanation and collect data.
Analyze the Data
Analyze the data to form a conclusion for your hypothesis.
Publish and Reproduce
Publish your results so that you and others can repeat the experiment to test validity.