In this program, two down-to-earth middle school master teachers explain how they infuse scientific research into their lessons while ensuring that the fieldwork does not become a socializing field trip. Their secrets? Engaging pre-excursion preparation, comprehensive post-excursion follow-up, and clearly defined criteria for student accountability throughout. Statistical and analytical exercises, described in detail, can be used to show students how to predict the size of a population, sample it, and analyze the data using a dichotomous key, percentages, line graphs, bar graphs, and pie charts. (61 minutes)