Scientific Method, Reading & Critical Thinking

Question 1

What are the 5 note-taking methods?

Answer 1

Cornell, Outline, Table/Charting, Mapped & Sentence

Question 2

Why do we test hypothesis’?

Answer 2

To lead to a prediction that explains how the world works.

Question 3

Why do we conduct experiments?

Answer 3

To falsify a hypothesis and develop a theory.

Question 4

Whats the difference between inductive and deductive logic?

Answer 4

Inductive logic argues a generality from a specific whereas deductive logic argues a specific from a generality.

Question 5

What is critical thinking?

Answer 5

The process of actively analyzing information.

Question 6

Define Conseptualisation

Answer 6

Forming a concept or idea

Question 7

Define Analysis

Answer 7

A detailed examination of the structure of something

Question 8

Define Synthesising

Answer 8

The combination of elements to form a connected whole.

Question 9

Define Evaluating

Answer 9

To assess or form an idea.

Question 10

What do we aim to find when we critically read a text? (7)

Answer 10

Purpose, Claims, Theses, Target Audience, Context, Evidence Used, Reasoning Involved and if it is explained.