Philosophical Assumptions
DEERPP, 6 assumptions
Determinism
Lawful, orderly, things happen due to consequence, rational explanation. “All events have causes.”
Empiricism
Objective, unbiased, observable, quantifiable, factual observations. “ODQ”
Experimentation
Manipulating variables. Controlling variables to determine effect. One event is influenced by others.
Replication
Same results, displays reliability.
Parsimony
Simplistic solution, most logical explanation.
Philosophical Doubt
Constantly questioning, healthy skepticism, and critical eye.