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SCIENTIFIC METHOD  

What is the scientific method, and what is its position amongst the continuum of classical epistemological theories?

In first or second grade, a student is first introduced to the concept of science and the scientific method. This is an important part of every educational career.

Ways that scientists can intentionally or unintentionally skew an experiment's results by misusing the scientific method.

Accusations have been made concerning an analysis showing a common trend between autism rates and presumed TV habits of the youngsters. Whether too much TV could cause autism in kids remains to be seen, but you can't blame a guy for proposing the idea.

"Reality is not composed of things-in-themselves or things-behind-phenomena, but things-in phenomena." - Karen Barad

Evolution is a theory. Learn about scientific methods and why children should not be taught evolution in school.

Briefly discusses topics such as inductive and deduction, theories of perception, scientific theories of truth, and traditional scientific methods. Designed to introduce students to basic philosophical concepts. Philosophers: Popper, Hume and Descartes.

Anthropology struggled for years to be accepted as a science - and then promptly began denouncing it's scientific credentials once they'd been accepted. This paper represents a young graduate student's views as to the future for scientific anthropology.

The Theory of Evolution begins much earlier than Charles Darwin. It actually all started with a Roman philosopher named Lucretius 50 years before the birth of Jesus. Most of the philosophers of the Enlightenment had a small hand in it as well.

A Muslim organization in North America announced that the Muslim holy month of Ramadan will commence on September 13 this year, after determining the moon's setting by using astronomical calculations previously dubbed anti-Islamic.

A discussion and analysis of the philosophical antecedents used in the science of Descartes and Galileo.

G. Stolyarov II examines the discoveries and methodology of a physician and anatomist whose works became a cornerstone in the development of modern medicine.

You may be surprised to find out that psychology isn't all couches, desks, inquisitive doctors, and patients. There is a lot more to psychology than some people realize and it can lead to many interesting careers in a variety of fields.

In a book that is accessible but not condescending, scientist and author Robert M. Hazen explores the current state of research into the origins of life.

A novel method teaches overweight individuals how to experience bursts of feel-good neurotransmitters throughout the day that reduce their cravings for food. The chemical shift that produces joy turns off the drive for comfort eating and prompts weight loss.

An indepth evaluation of the real life application and accessibility of professional and scientific ethics.

Discusses how Job Task Analysis (JTA) should be used to support Frederick Taylor's four principles of Scientific Management.

This article discusses if it would be desirable or possible for a classroom teacher to employ the Socratic Method.

One difficulty in detecting liquid explosives is the wide variety of packaging in which air travelers can readily concealed these substances.

After being on the pill for a year and a half, I was ready to find an alternative. I discovered Fertility Awareness Method, a natural method of birth control. 37 cycles later, I feel that switching to FAM has done wonders for my life.

There are no valid justifications to support the continued use of animals in scientific experiments. Millions of animals are used for various scientific tests. These tests are unethical, and many effective and practical alternatives exist.

Forecasting is a method of analyzing current and historical data to make a determination on future trends.

This is a simple breakdown of the differences between scientific research and a criminal investigation. Both of these methods are equally important yet they have several differences which offset them from one another.

Emile Durkheim was the pioneering mind behind the modern field of sociology. He believed in creating a scientific discipline exclusively for the study of society. He wished to approach this new avenue of study using scientific method, much like a...

I had to conduct very serious research before I could find the unique method of dream interpretation that was absolutely correct and understand exactly how the psychology of dreams works.

Frederick Winslow Taylor (1856 - 1915), the influential American mechanical engineer by trade and management consultant in his later years was revolutionary with his concepts on improved efficiency.

It comes from the booklet Master Cleanse and it's unbelievably popular right now. But is "internal bathing" safe? Could a salt water flush be dangerous?

In spite of all the evidence, there are those who persist in ignoring science and insisting Creationism or Intelligent Design should be taught in our schools.

A doctor appearing on The Tyra Banks Show claims to be able to determine sexual orientation.

I have a good test for ghost whisperers - aka, people who talk to spirits who have not "crossed over" to the other side - to see if they can actually talk to spirits or not.

Learn how to win local, state and national science fairs by incorporating both scientific and commercial elements in to your project's design.

Scientific and Non-Scientific Methods Explained

Science is different from all other forms of human academic endeavor in that it seeks repeatedly testable evidence from the natural world. From a scientific view point religion is nothing more than glorified speculation.

This paper examines stem cell research, both the huge promise for medical breakthrough as well as the firestorm of controversy that this research generates.

Immanuel Kant separates the scientific realm (which describes what is) from the moral realm (which explains what ought to be), but he considers these two realms to go hand-in-hand -- ultimately advocating putting the scientific realm in service to moral one.

Anyone can conduct a scientifically-valid experiment as well as gather and analyze data. A degree in science isn't required!

Looking for a job? This article should be something you read.

Joe Ryder, artist and long-time scientific theology enthusiast, describes a concept he has used for years to help him explain the mixed beliefs he holds between religion and science.

Is everything really explainable by science? Or does the human body show physical evidence of a Divine Origin?

Organic gardening is not a new phenomenon. Home gardeners have been adopting this culture for many years, following the methods used by organic farmers as far back as the 1800's.

In spite of the insistence of the religious right that evolution, creationism and ID are all legitimate scientific theories, evolution is the only one with actual science. It is the only one of the three that should be taught in public school science classes.

Science should be about testing theories. However, what is considered scientific is what is accepted by scientists. This is like a religion with scientists as the high priests who dictate what is and is not acceptable.

Considering the US Center for Disease Controls advice is a very good idea. Fat, although systematically proven useful to the human body, is not only a waste of food. When you're fat, if very fat, you're obese, and you do indeed have a disease.

In this character study of French author and philosopher Michel du Montaigne, we explore his true motives for writing: though his essays focus on his own conflicts and resolutions, we find that he is, in fact, writing for the salvation of mankind.

Evolution may be the only recognized scientific theory that explains human life, but it's still being taught incorrectly in schools - and teaching intelligent design is not the answer.

Psychology is the scientific study of mental processes and behaviors of individuals. Modern psychology has undergone a transformation that brought curiosity about human mental and behavioral processes into a developed scientific field of study.

Medical uses of yoga, neuroimaging, meditation

People have argued about the need for space flight and complain about the money spent. I give facts about space flight and show why people need to explore beyond what they see.