Saturday, February 13, 2016

Taking Sciences vs Social Sciences

Hey guys,
Today, I will talk about the difference between taking sciences and taking social sciences.
I took more sciences, than humanities, although, from what I remember, I came up with some differences and tips for you.

1. Social Sciences are More Subjective
Social Sciences and Humanities are more subjective than math or other core science. The teachers mark you on grammar, structure, the use of devices, etc., although they have different marking strategies (some teachers will deduct more marks for a certain mistake, than others); and sometimes, the way you write might or might not be the way the teacher likes, therefore, there might be marks deducted for that as well.
In order to avoid that, make sure to review your paper with your teacher before submitting it, and with time, you will figure out what works best.

2. Note Taking
When I take notes in my science classes, I write them out, since there are diagrams and equations to it. With social sciences, however, I will get away with typing my notes, since the information, mostly,
consists of text.

3. Skills Required
Sciences require doing practice problems, understanding diagrams, using precision in your answers. Memorisation is very important in sciences, since it is fundamental. The success in sciences is all about applying and thinking. In order to succeed in a science class, you must know the information inside and out.
In humanities, memorisation is key. As you apply theories an principles, you must remember the details, although success in social sciences is still somewhat approachable if you will free-write something regarding the topic.

4. Research
Obviously, depending on what kind of assignment it is, it will have different requirements. However, sciences are more tangible, than humanities. As you conduct a scientific experiment, you directly interact with the information, and then, use your own, and the findings of others, to analyse the results.
Social sciences, on the other hand, also value the collection of data, but you do not get to directly interact with it.

5. Types of Assignments
In sciences, you will typically have a lab report to write, collect data, do a problem set, etc. In humanities, though, you will write entries, essays, presentations and have readings assigned on a regular basis.

Sometimes, the differences overlap, but overall, those are the main differences, that I see.

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