There are several different factors that distinguish a proper, replicable Methods section in a Scientific Article. Replicability is key, because it allows one to dismiss the chance of variability in the experiment described. If the experiment can be followed exactly and the same results can be attained, then those results have increased validity. To ensure replicability, one must make sure that the description of their experiment or procedure is very clear and focused. Otherwise, other prospective scientists will not be able to repeat the experiment without variables that could change the results.
The goal of this assignment was to learn, through example, how to make a proper, replicable Methods section. For the assignment, we took a photograph of a spider on the Umass campus in a spot of our own choice. We were then challenged to create a detailed Methods section, with our ultimate goal being for another student to be able to follow our directions (without seeing our picture) and end up taking the same photograph. We had to be aware of different variables that could influence and change the procedure for our fellow classmate to follow. Controlling variables in an important aspect of maintaining replicability in Science Methods. We also had to be aware of our own observations versus our inferences. We should avoid making inferences in our Methods, since they are a product of our own mind and are not able to be followed objectively.
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Good content, punctuation
This paragraph was well written and I think it was a great way to introduce the paper. But I noticed that you used a lot of commas and many of them could be removed.
You capitalize "Methods,"
You capitalize "Methods," "Science," and some other words throughout the paragraph. I don't think this is necessary.