Scientific Evaluation of Findings
Scientific Evaluation of Findings
Literature Review
- A Literature Review is an overview of what has already been published on the topic you are investigating. It is a critical analysis and synthesis of the available research.
- It identifies gaps, contradictions, or deficiencies in the existing literature.
- It provides a context for your investigation, showing how your work fills the gaps or expands on previous studies.
- Appropriate use of citations and references is necessary.
Investigative Project Proposal
- Your project proposal should have a clear title, abstract, and research question.
- The proposal should explain why your research question is significant in the field of study.
- Include details of the methodology you are planning on using to investigate the question.
Schedule
- A detailed timetable demonstrating balance between different sections of the project is crucial.
- Keep potential challenges or delays in mind when creating the timetable to stay on task.
- Regular progress checks should be part of the timetable.
Plan
- Detailed planning includes what methods and techniques will be used, what data will be collected, and how it will be analysed.
- The plan should be feasible and contain contingency plans for possible problems.
Health and Safety and Ethical Considerations
- Awareness of potential risks and how to address them is vital in the planning stage.
- If the project involves people, animals, or sensitive topics, it is essential to address ethical considerations.
Experimental Procedures and Techniques
- The experimental design should be detailed, including control and variables.
- Techniques chosen should be justified and a step-by-step guide should be included.
Collect, Collate and Analyse Data
- The project involves both data collection and analysis.
- Clear data collection strategies should be outlined.
- Descriptive and inferential statistics can be used for data analysis.
Data Presentation
- Data can be presented in the form of tables, graphs, or charts.
- The presentation should be clear and easy to understand, with suitable labels and legends.
Scientific Report for the Investigative Project
- A scientific report should include an introduction, methodology, results, discussion, conclusion and references.
- Clear language and structure should be used.
- All the findings and your own interpretations should be reported accurately.
Scientific Evaluation of Findings
- The project should end with a final evaluation discussing the implications and applicability of findings.
- This section should address any limitations and suggest areas for future research.