The Power of Observation in Science
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Observation is described as a rigorous activity that integrates what the scientists are seeing with what they already know and what they think might be true. This is different from everyday observation.

  • Observation is a scientific activity that only requires looking at things.
  • Observation is a systematic activity that combines what is seen with existing knowledge and hypotheses. (correct)
  • Observation is a process of collecting data without any analysis or interpretation.
  • Observation is a casual activity that does not require any prior knowledge or thinking.
  • What is the main purpose of the article published in the journal Review of Educational Research by Eberbach and Crowley?

  • To describe the history of observation in science.
  • To highlight the limitations of scientific observation.
  • To explain the differences between expert observation and everyday observation. (correct)
  • To argue that everyday observation is more important than expert observation.
  • What do Eberbach and Crowley say about 'everyday observation'?

  • It is a rigorous activity that requires training.
  • It is a casual activity that does not require any special skills. (correct)
  • It is the same as scientific observation.
  • It is a process of integrating existing knowledge and hypotheses.
  • What is the role of attention in scientific observation?

    <p>Scientists train their attention to focus on relevant features and disregard irrelevant ones.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What has led to many of science's important breakthroughs?

    <p>The rigorous observation conducted by scientists.</p> Signup and view all the answers

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