Chapter 1 Flashcards
Hypothesis
A prediction based on the study. The outcome the researcher will study if the theory is accurate.
Theory
A set of simple statements that show the relation between the variables.
Data
A set of observations.
Preregistered (In relation to a hypothesis)
Prior to the collection of data the researcher publicly states what they expect the results to be.
Replication
The ability to redo the study to see if results can be replicated.
Universalism
The belief that science and experimentation isn’t limited to scientists or people with certain credentials, but is something that everyone take part in.
Communality
Transparency between researchers/scientists and fellow scientists and the public.
Disinterestedness
The ability for a scientist to not become too invested when the data they collect doesn’t match their hypothesis, or allow outside variables to affect how they interpret data.
Organized Skepticism
Scientists do not take anything at face value, there always needs to be evidence.
Empiricism (AKA Empirical Research, Empirical Method)
The use of verifiable evidence to make conclusions.
Weight of the evidence
A conclusion drawn from reviewing scientific literature and considering the proportion of studies that is consistent with a theory.
Self-Correcting
A process in which scientists make their research available for peer review, replication, and critique, with the goal of identifying and correcting errors in the research.
Applied Research
Research whose goal is to find a solution to a particular real-world problem.
Basic Research
Research whose goal is to enhance the general body of knowledge, without regard for direct application to practical problems.
Translational Research
Research that uses knowledge derived from basic research to develop and test solutions to real-world problems.
