KINE 2049 Lecture Notes - Lecture 3: Jenny Mccarthy, Andrew Wakefield, Time Series
22 Sep 2017
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If the test does not support hypothesis: revise hypothesis or pose a new one. Areas of study such as chemistry and biology, physics are called. Science because of the method of study not the content. The scientific method conclusions the techniques used to get at knowledge that is reliable, truthful, and factual are referred to as science . It is the process that is being used. Characteristics of research: generally, carefully designed, research is objective and logical, and unbiased, expertise is required. Know the field and the techniques: development of generalizations. Predict future occurrences: based upon empirical evidence. Observe; measure; experiment : gather new data or use existing for new purposes. Primary sources: requires accurate observations & description. Eye witnesses are the worst types of evidence: careful recording. Results are published for others to examine: unhurried and patient activity. When you discover something new, you"re going to upset people.
