It reveals that the length of our heels, or the distance between our ankle joint and the back of the Achilles
tendon, seems to have an impact on the development of the size of our
calf muscles
Why Science and Software Development?
But first …… a little memory test, try to remember the names, without writing them down
sci·ence ( s̍īəns/) noun.
A systematically organized body of knowledge on a particular subject
en·gi·neer·ing (enjə n̍i(ə)riNG) noun.
The branch of science and technology concerned with the design, building, and use of engines, machines, and structures
False Dichotomy
If we’re scientist we’re no longer craftsmen?
Hear Surgeons and Lace Makers
Scientific Method
Theory
ExperimentEvidence
Science is a way of try not to fool yourself ... and you are the easiest person to fool.- Richard Feynman
A study shows on average people who consult psychics more often live longer. Can you explain this result?
On average:• Women live longer
that men• Women are more
likely to consult a psychic
Why women live lover than men
… or
Name some people from the earlier list.
In the list read out earlier, was there more men or women?
There were more women than men
Availability bias:The overestimation of the importance of anything memorable or vivid
Example triplet:8 10 12
Guess the hidden rule by testing other triplets.
Hidden rule:Any three positive integers
Confirmation Bias:Tendency of people to favor information that confirms their beliefs
Placebo Effect
Overconfidence:A survey found 95% of British drivers thought they were above average motorist
Randomized Controlled Trials
Non-disclosure of interests
Wisdom Teeth Policy Change
In medicine is consider important that people teaching and make policy decisions are still practicing regularly
What can you do?
Use experiments/Be aware of bias:• View testing as an experiment• Gather data and use as decision
making aid• Encourage your organisition to use
randomized controlled trails
What can you do?
Encourage closer relations with acadeamia:• Stay in touch with your lecturers• Read journals• Join university mentor schemes• Join professional organizations
What can you do?
Next time someone tells you something, ask where the evidence is!