Science Practices

Empirical evidence

Information obtained through observation, experimentation, or measurement

How does empirical evidence prevent cognitive bias?

With objective data

Scientific method

Systemic approach to studying humans

Hypothesis

Specific, testable prediction

Falsifiable

Can be tested and potentially proven false through observation and experimentation

Peer review

Research articles and studies evaluated by experts in the field before they are published in academic journals

Replication

Reproducing a research study to determine if its findings are consistent

Reliability

Consistent results when administered repeatedly under similar conditions

Validity

Extent an experiment accurately measures what it intends to measure