Module #2: Scientific Method and Empirical Articles

Question 1

Name and define 5 steps of the scientific method.

Which article section do they correspond to?

Answer 1

1. Recognition and definition of the problem (Introduction/Literature Review)
2. Formulation of Hypothesis or Research Question (Introduction/Literature Review)
3. Collection of Data: Participants, Measures, Procedures (Methods)
4. Analysis of Data (Results)
5. Statement of Conclusions; Interpretation of Findings, Implications for Theory/Practice, Limitations of the Study, and Directions for the Future (Discussion)