3.3d Evaluating results and conclusions

Question 1

Conclusions

Answer 1

Conclusions should refer to the aim, the results and the hypothesis. And the evaluation of conclusions should also refer to existing knowledge and the results of other investigations.

Question 2

Validity and Reliability

Answer 2

The validity and reliability of the experimental design should be taken into account.

Question 3

Results

Answer 3

Consideration should be given as to whether the results can be attributed to correlation or causation.

Question 4

Scientific discussion

Answer 4

Meaningful scientific discussion would include consideration of findings in the context of existing knowledge and the results of other investigations. Scientific writing should reveal an awareness of the contribution of scientific research to increasing scientific knowledge, and to the social economic and industrial life of the community.