Tag Archives: public understanding of science
In defence of free scientific speech
Dear Tony Lloyd, I am a scientist and senior lecturer in Psychology at the University of Central Lancashire, and your constituent. I am writing to you regarding the libel laws in England. At present it is possible to sue someone … Continue reading
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Being clear about uncertainty
The Guardian reports Professor Dylan Williams as saying that exam results are unreliable: “People who manage and produce tests have a responsibility to be honest about the margins of error and report them. By pretending exam results are completely reliable, … Continue reading
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