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"Any off-topic posts will be deleted or moved to an approprite forum as per administrator & moderator discretion."
I am not argueing with this, but i would like to know what is classified as off topic for future reference.
"Any off-topic posts will be deleted or moved to an approprite forum as per administrator & moderator discretion."
Originally posted by Andy
interesting, still would like to know what is meant by off topic.
Philosophy is fun, isn't it! I always see words like consciousness, free will, determinism, etc in the philosophy forum. Can someone explain these terms for me? Thanks.if I were to start a thread on (for example) consciousness - in the Philosophy section - and we were to have a discussion going on about the nature of consciousness,
Originally posted by cmdr_sponge
i think this thread should be moved back to general discussion, especially if it goes where i think its goin
I am not argueing with this, but i would like to know what is classified as off topic for future reference.
In scientific discussions, off topic refers to any subject or topic that is not directly related to the current research or study being discussed. This can include personal opinions, unrelated anecdotes, or discussions that do not contribute to the scientific discourse.
Staying on topic is important in scientific discussions because it allows for a focused and productive conversation. By keeping the discussion related to the research or study at hand, participants can exchange valuable insights and ideas that can contribute to the advancement of science.
To avoid going off topic in scientific discussions, it is important to stay focused on the main research question or topic. This can be achieved by setting discussion guidelines or having a designated moderator to keep the conversation on track. Additionally, individuals should avoid introducing personal opinions or unrelated anecdotes into the discussion.
In some cases, discussing off topic subjects in scientific discussions can lead to new ideas or perspectives that may contribute to the research. However, it is important to ensure that these discussions do not overtake the main topic and that they remain relevant to the overall purpose of the conversation.
If a discussion goes off track, it is important to politely redirect the conversation back to the main topic. This can be done by acknowledging the off topic comment and then transitioning back to the main topic. For instance, you can say "That's an interesting point, but let's get back to discussing our research on..."