Science Warning Signs.

The article offers information on warning signs to help journalists identify questionable science. Topics discussed include difference between Causation and Correlation; Using too small data decreases statistical power, increases the margin of error and produces unreliable results; and the selection...

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Publicado en:Quill Vol. 107; no. 4; pp. 25 - 26
Formato: Artículo
Publicado: Society of Professional Journalists Foundation Inc Winter2019
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Sumario:The article offers information on warning signs to help journalists identify questionable science. Topics discussed include difference between Causation and Correlation; Using too small data decreases statistical power, increases the margin of error and produces unreliable results; and the selection of a sample which should be unbiased and inappropriate use of controls. Also mentions about predatory journals and lack of peer review.