Featurs Of A Science (THE PROF)

Question 1

What does the T stand for?

Answer 1

Theory construction- to explain facts and enable testable predictions

Question 2

What does the H stand for?

Answer 2

Hypotheses- these are tested to assess validity

Question 3

What does the E stand for?

Answer 3

Empirical methods- used to gain evidence through direct observation or testing rather than arguments

Question 4

What does the P stand for?

Answer 4

Paradigms- a paradigm shift is when a scientific process occurs through revolutions and social constructions rather than fine tuning

Question 5

What does the R stand for?

Answer 5

Replicability- studies should be replicable so findings can be verified

Question 6

What does the O stand for?

Answer 6

Objectivity- science should be objective so it is not affected by personal expectations

Question 7

What does the F stand for?

Answer 7

Falsifiability- this relates to seeking to disconfirm a null hypothesis in order to demonstrate that the alternative is correct