SOC 301 - The Social Dimension of Science

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Illinois Institute of Technology

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Description:

Examines how social and psychological factors influence the reasoning and behavior of scientists. By contrasting traditional views of science with actual scientific practice, the course aims to unerstand such phenomena as "hype," resistance to scientific discovery, controversy, vicious competition, error, self-deception, and fraud. 3. 000 Credit Hours 3. 000 Lecture hours Levels: Undergraduate Schedule Types: Lecture College of Science & Letters College Social Sciences Department Course Attributes: Communications Requirement, Social Sciences Requirement

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3.00

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Lecture

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Institution Website:

www.iit.edu

Phone Number:

(312) 567-3000

Regional Accreditation:

North Central Association of Colleges and Schools

Calendar System:

Semester

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