Forum 1.4 - The Science of People

1/17/2019

Guiding Thought Question: Based on your own experience and knowledge, what do you think would be the biggest challenge about trying to complete scientific research on human behavior and society?

Today's Learning Objective: Students will examine the applications of the scientific method and scientific research to the study of human society. Students will take notes, and discuss the ethical considerations of conducting social research.

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Caitlin

1/24/2019 07:36:32 am

It could be hard to do it without bothering the subjects, like if you needed them to take a survey or something their opinions might change and they might be disagreeable. You might also have troubles with your personal opinions getting in the way.

Blake Anderson

1/24/2019 07:49:08 am

The scientific method organization is the most difficult part for me. Im always used to doing things my own way and with the scientific method it doesn't allow me to do that. But the biggest problem for me in the scientific method especially with studying humans in a society. It is difficult to get the data in a non bias way that respects the ethics code.

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