Introduction to the Scientific Method
Master the scientific method with Dr. Cliff Harvey! Learn to evaluate evidence, design experiments, and think critically. Ideal for students & researchers.
1.1 Introduction to the Scientific Method Video
1.2 The Origins of the Scientific Method
Exercise: Explore Some Early Figures in Science
How to Do Science (Supporting Online Textbook)
Understanding Logical Fallacies: A Guide to Clearer Thinking
Chapter 1 Quiz
2.1 Observing and Questioning Video
2.2 Formulating a Hypothesis Video
2.3 Conducting Experiments Video
2.31 Conducting Experiments
2.4 Collecting and Analysing Data
2.5 Drawing Conclusions from Data
2.6 Communicating Results
Chapter 2 Quiz
3.2 The Impact of Bias in Research
3.3 How to Identify and Address Bias in Research
Chapter 3 Quiz
4.1 Limitations of the Scientific Method
4.2 Ethical Considerations in Research
4.3 Balancing Ethics and Science
Chapter 4 Quiz
5.1 The Scientific Method in Action
Example 1: The Discovery of Penicillin
Example 2: Climate Science – Understanding Human Impacts
Example 3: Psychology – Does Mindfulness Improve Attention?
5.2 The Scientific Method in Different Fields Video
5.3 The Importance of the Scientific Method in Society
Chapter 5 Quiz
6.1 Critiquing the Scientific Method
Chapter 6 Quiz