The scientific method is not a recipe: it requires intelligence, imagination, and creativity.
In this sense, it is not a mindless set of standards and procedures to follow, but is rather an ongoing cycle, constantly developing more useful, accurate and comprehensive models and methods.
· Define the question
SELF CONNECTION (give to yourself by hearing what you have to give)
· Gather information and resources (observe)
MUTUAL CONNECTION (give to others by hearing what they have to give)
· Form hypothesis
SELF CONNECTION
· Perform experiment and collect data
MUTUAL CONNECTION
· Interpret data and draw conclusions that serve as a starting point for new hypothesis
SELF CONNECTION
· Publish results
MUTUAL CONNECTION
· Retest (frequently done by other scientists)
CYCLE BEGINS AGAIN
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