Introduction To Scientific Thought (Revised First Edition)
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- Synopsis
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This textbook is intended for use in a course on scientific thought. It includes a mixture of classic readings from the great figures in science and in the philosophy of science, as well as practical essays on scientific methodology, ethics and pseudoscience. Students will be introduced to the scientific world view: its sphere and limitations.
The book develops the methodology, epistemology, history and philosophy of science. It will give the student tools to reflect on the ethical implications of scientific discovery. In addition, the student will be trained in skepticism and critical thinking in order to distinguish pseudoscience from real science. The distinction between scientific and religious thought will be considered, as well as a discussion of the questions of interest to both.
- Copyright:
- 2015
Book Details
- Book Quality:
- Excellent
- Book Size:
- 253 Pages
- ISBN-13:
- 9781631890901
- Publisher:
- Cognella, Inc.
- Date of Addition:
- 07/30/20
- Copyrighted By:
- Cognella, Inc.
- Adult content:
- No
- Language:
- English
- Has Image Descriptions:
- No
- Categories:
- Nonfiction, Science, Textbooks, Philosophy
- Submitted By:
- Daproim Africa
- Proofread By:
- Daproim Africa
- Usage Restrictions:
- This is a copyrighted book.