Philosophy 101 - S cience:Questions,Methods,Reflections

Institution:

St Lawrence University

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Description:

A thematic introduction to philosophy; its primary purpose is to help students reflect on the nature of scientific knowledge and to evaluate the status of science in our society. Students learn about the ideals of scientific methodology and read recent critiques of science. At the end of the course we consider whether there is a new picture of science emerging in response to these critiques and, if so, what the implications are for the relationship between science and society. Also offered through European Studies.

Credits:

4.00

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

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Institution Website:

www.stlawu.edu

Phone Number:

(315) 229-5011

Regional Accreditation:

Middle States Association of Colleges and Schools

Calendar System:

Semester

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