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What is considered a key aspect of good science?
What is considered a key aspect of good science?
Which of the following is an example of a Natural Science?
Which of the following is an example of a Natural Science?
How is Basic/Pure Science best defined?
How is Basic/Pure Science best defined?
Which branch of science uses knowledge in a practical way?
Which branch of science uses knowledge in a practical way?
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What distinguishes 'Soft Sciences' from 'Hard Sciences'?
What distinguishes 'Soft Sciences' from 'Hard Sciences'?
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Which of the following is a branch of Basic/Pure Science?
Which of the following is a branch of Basic/Pure Science?
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Which of these is NOT a characteristic of good scientific experiments?
Which of these is NOT a characteristic of good scientific experiments?
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An example of Applied Science is:
An example of Applied Science is:
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What is the main goal of science as described in the course?
What is the main goal of science as described in the course?
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Which of the following best describes the term 'objective' in scientific thinking?
Which of the following best describes the term 'objective' in scientific thinking?
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How can the results of a scientific inquiry be affected according to the content?
How can the results of a scientific inquiry be affected according to the content?
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What is NOT a characteristic of scientific understanding as outlined in the material?
What is NOT a characteristic of scientific understanding as outlined in the material?
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Why is it important for people to evaluate scientific information?
Why is it important for people to evaluate scientific information?
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What does the content suggest about certainty in science?
What does the content suggest about certainty in science?
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Which statement most accurately reflects misconceptions about scientific gathering?
Which statement most accurately reflects misconceptions about scientific gathering?
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Which aspect is essential for ensuring unbiased results in scientific research?
Which aspect is essential for ensuring unbiased results in scientific research?
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Study Notes
Course Information
- Course Name: "Scientific Thinking"
- Instructor: Dr. Manal Shams-Dean Ahmed
- Affiliation: Assistant Professor of Educational Psychology, Faculty of Education, Suez Canal University
- Website: sinaiuniversity.net
What is Science?
- Science is a process to understand how the natural world works.
- It's not just about collecting facts, but also about scientific understanding.
- Science is not certain, but has degrees of probability.
- Scientific understanding can change over time with new observations and interpretations.
- New tools and technologies lead to revisions of past understandings.
Characteristics of Science
- Objectivity: Science seeks to be free from personal feelings, biases, and prejudices.
- Careful observation: Findings are supported by observable evidence.
- Rules and process: Science adheres to rules to maintain objectivity as much as possible in a process.
Different Types of Science
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Social Sciences: Study human behavior, society, and relationships. Examples include: Psychology, History, Economics, and Geography.
- Often called "Soft Sciences"
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Natural Sciences: Study the physical world, matter, energy, and their interactions. Examples include: Biology, Mathematics, and Pharmacology.
- Often called "Hard Sciences"
Basic vs. Applied Science
- Basic Science: Aims to expand knowledge; search for knowledge and facts. Examples include: Mathematics and Chemistry.
- Applied Science: Uses scientific knowledge for practical applications. Examples include: Pharmacy and Engineering.
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This quiz explores the fundamental concepts of scientific thinking, including its characteristics, processes, and types. Learn how science operates as a method for understanding the natural world and the significance of objectivity and observation in scientific inquiry.
