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Reasoning.
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Zimring, James C., 1970-
Science -- Methodology.
Reasoning.
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What
science
is and
how
it
really
works
/ James C. Zimring.
by
Zimring, James C., 1970-
Cambridge University Press, 2019.
Call #:
501 Z76w
Subjects
Science
-- Methodology.
Reasoning.
ISBN:
9781108701648 (pbk.)
Description:
xi, 394 p. : ill. (black and white) ; 23 cm.
Bibliography:
Includes bibliographical references and index.
Summary:
Scientific advances have transformed the world. However,
science
can sometimes get things wrong, and at times, disastrously so. Understanding the basis for scientific claims and judging
how
much confidence we should place in them is essential for individual choice, societal debates, and development of public policy and laws. We must ask:
what
is the basis of scientific claims?
How
much confidence should we put in them?
What
is defined as
science
and
what
is not? This book synthesizes a working definition of
science
and its properties, as explained through the eyes of a practicing scientist, by integrating advances from philosophy, psychology, history, sociology, and anthropology into a holistic view. Crucial in our political climate, the book fights the myths of
science
often portrayed to the public. Written for a general audience, it also enables students to better grasp methodologies and helps professional scientists to articulate
what
they do and why.
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