Scientific Method

Scientific Method

A systematic process for gathering information that preserves objectivity and accuracy, allowing a discipline to be considered a science.

State the Problem

The first step of the Scientific Method where the researcher identifies what they want to study.

Hypothesis

A testable prediction that can be made regarding the outcome of an experiment.

Method

The step in the Scientific Method where the experiment is designed, conducted, and data is collected.

Results

The step where collected data is analyzed statistically to draw conclusions.

Interpretation

The step in the Scientific Method where conclusions are reported and explanations of the results are provided.

Testable Prediction

A hypothesis that can be tested through experimentation.

Data Collection

The process of gathering and measuring information on targeted variables.

Statistical Analysis

The examination of collected data to determine patterns or significant differences.

Comfortable Temperatures

Moderate room temperatures that are hypothesized to enhance test performance.

Extreme Temperatures

Uncomfortable room temperatures believed to decrease test performance.

Experiment Design

The planning of how to conduct an experiment to test a hypothesis.

Variable

Any factor that can change and affect the outcome of an experiment.

Conclusion

A summary of the results of an experiment based on the analysis of the data.

Control Group

A standard of comparison in an experiment that is not subjected to the experimental treatment.

Comparative Analysis

Assessing the differences between outcomes in various experimental conditions.

Room Temperatures

The controlled environmental conditions in which students take a test in the experiment.

Test Scores

The numerical results achieved by students in an assessment or examination.

Data Set

A collection of data points that can be analyzed to draw conclusions.

Experimental Conditions

The specific scenarios or settings in which an experiment takes place.

Performance Measurement

The evaluation of outcomes based on specific criteria, such as test scores in this context.