observation vs. inference
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Observation vs. Inference• An observation is
actually what we perceive using our senses - touch, smell, sound, sight – in chemistry, we never use taste.
Observation vs. Inference• A perception is
information from our senses.
• Be CAREFUL – Our brain can play tricks on us!
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Observation vs. Inference• Inferences are conclusions that we
make based upon our observations and personal perceptions.
Why is this important?• If we want to be a good lab
practitioners, we must be able to separate observation from inference (fact from fiction)
• A good lab practitioners has seen something and can accurately communicate the information as facts.
How to be a good lab practitioners
1. Pay attention to details– Systematically
observe the entire event from one end to the other
– Look at EVERYTHING! (This is not easy)
How to be a good lab practitioners
2. Turn off your personal bias (filters).– Everything that
you observe may be important –
How to be a good lab practitioners
3. Don’t jump to conclusions.– Your personal
knowledge and experience may lead you to the wrong conclusion.
– The more information you have, the better your conclusions will be later
How to be a Good Witness
4. Write everything down.– Our memories are
faulty. – Evidence allows
other to see the same facts and interpret them in different ways.
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