| Outcome | Marks | Criteria / Answer | Part B | | 20-17 | * shows evidence of information on GPS’s from a brochure and a scientific source * accesses the scientific accuracy of the brochure by identifying areas of comparison in both publications noting any relevant missing information gives supporting statements for the assessment * evaluates the validity of the information in the brochure and gives supporting statements for the assessment * presents clear relevant drawings that show
hand, the scientific definition for research is more planned and concise (Shuttleworth, 2008). Research within science involves solving and or answering a specific problem (Shuttleworth, 2008). 2. Social and scientific research is important in the development and advancement of society (University). In scientific research, the experiment and variables are more controlled and systematically tested where as social research is dynamic and harder to control variables (University). Scientific research
year, between the popular science communicator, Bill Nye, and the US-based Australian creationist, Ken Ham. It has come to light that through careful analysis and research it is my belief that scientists should not be involved within any debates “scientific” or otherwise regarding topics pertaining to creationism or any other religious perspective. The inappropriate use of the loose definitions of science and religion lead to the intertwining of the two subjects that are extremely different in methodology
the Theory of Evolution through natural selection It’s been over a century since Darwin presented his Theory of Evolution through natural selection and it continues to scandalise many people. Using a scientific approach, Darwin argued that species evolve to suit their environments. In 1831 Darwin went to work on the HMS Beagle. He spent 5 years as part of the crew and his job involved drawing maps of the lands they visited and keeping a journal, including preserving samples of any scientific observations
model of origins for today’s modern scientific era. Creationism is the concept that the universe and all life was created through the powers of the divine, otherwise known as God. Evolutionism, the other origin theory, is the concept that all life evolved from a primordial form, which slowly evolved into various species through gene transformations. Two well known scientists, Bill Nye and Ken Ham, debated this topic and provided their thoughts on both theories. Evolutionism states that the universe
lecture was very thought provoking concerning "where to draw the line." Unlike most people, the validity of the theory was not his concern as much as how that validity is determined. This is an issue that really does not get the attention that it deserves. Popper's claims concerning, "When should a theory be ranked as scientific?" and "Is there a criterion for the scientific character or status of a theory?" seems to be put together in the following summary. At first Popper seems to just be criticizing
Construct validity has to do with establishing correct operational measures for the concepts being studied (Yin 2009, p. 40). Yin (2009), writes that researchers can improve construct validity construct validity can be if multiple sources of data is employed (triangulation of data), establishing chain of evidence, and reviewing the report with their informants (p. 41). In making sure that one can draw a meaning and useful inferences from scores on particular instruments of data collection and to
Prepare a 1,750- to 2,450-word paper in which you compare and contrast the strengths and weaknesses of your selected personality assessment instruments. Examine the following items for each instrument: o Validity o Comprehensiveness o Applicability o Cultural utility Cite at least two references in your paper to support your assessment. Abstract The purpose of this paper is to examine a synopsis of three different common personality
Scientific research is conducted for a variety or purposes, including gathering preliminary information, to help define a scientific problem, describing a structure or phenomenon, develop new scientific methods or tools, testing a scientific theory, and to evaluate the effectiveness of a policy or program. Many methods are used for conducting scientific research. However, research can only be considered valid and “good” if it is conducted ethically. A sound research design must be aligned to its
their skill set about the research approaches that can be used to bring reliability and validity to any program being utilized by our educational systems. Everyone must become aware of