Presentation Title
The History of Scientific Evidence in Psychology: A Contextualized Analysis
Location
Fenn Tower Ballroom
Presentation Type
Poster Session
Start Date
4-11-2014 5:00 PM
End Date
4-11-2014 5:50 PM
Abstract
The history of scientific evidence in psychology will be recounted through an in-depth analysis of the work of exemplar psychologists. Kant’s skepticism in regard to the validity of psychology as a science had an unintended effect of increasing quantitative experimentation in the field. Wundt’s laboratory and the testing movement worked to propel the field toward its eventual adoption of the scientific method. Trends embedded in the evidence presented by key theorists from each of the major schools of psychology from the twentieth century will be evaluated based on adherence to or rejection of the scientific method and quantitative evidence.
The History of Scientific Evidence in Psychology: A Contextualized Analysis
Fenn Tower Ballroom
The history of scientific evidence in psychology will be recounted through an in-depth analysis of the work of exemplar psychologists. Kant’s skepticism in regard to the validity of psychology as a science had an unintended effect of increasing quantitative experimentation in the field. Wundt’s laboratory and the testing movement worked to propel the field toward its eventual adoption of the scientific method. Trends embedded in the evidence presented by key theorists from each of the major schools of psychology from the twentieth century will be evaluated based on adherence to or rejection of the scientific method and quantitative evidence.
