The Scientific Method and StatisticalReasoning
Using the tools of the scientific method and understandingstatistical reasoning can strengthen our critical thinking. Answertwo of the following questions to explore these issues:
What misconceptions often rise around the idea of a scientific“theory� What are the characteristics of good scientifictheories?
Where have you seen statistical data (or charts or graphs) usedin a way that obscures critical thinking? Describe the issues andhow you might correct these.
