Philosophical Issues in Science FIL-SM-ENG>mono02L
(1) The problem of induction and inductivism,
(2) Problem of falsification,
(3) Problem of scientific revolutions and rationality of science,
(4) Problems of scientific realism,
(5) Problem of undertermination,
(6) Explanation and inference, and
(7) Further problems with scientific realism.
(8) Specific topics: Reduction, Emergence and Explanation, Evolution; Molecular and Developmental Biology; Cognitive Science; Social Sciences
Tryb zajęć
Koordynatorzy przedmiotu
Efekty kształcenia
Knowledge:
A student will gain an understanding basic problem areas of philosophy of science, main controversies and positions. A student will be familiar with main definitions and concepts in philosophy of science.
Skills:
A student can explain main problem areas of philosophy of science, (E_2)
A student will learn how to write and abstract for the conference, create presentation and present it to the audience.
Attitudes and transferable (generic) competencies:
The student will be able to explain main problem areas of philosophy of science, main controversies and proposed solutions (E_3)
Kryteria oceniania
• (W_1) grading on the bases of the presentation to the class and a submitted two abstracts 300 words. each on the topic of the lecture
• Take–home exam with short answers on main problems of philosophy of science
• Penalty for the late work – 15% of the grade
• Student's activity during the class as well the discussion of the paper may raise one's grade.
• Attendance is mandatory.
Praktyki zawodowe
none
Literatura
J. Ladyman. 2002. Understanding Philosophy of Science. London: Routledge.
P. Machamer and M. Silberstein. 2002. The Blackwell Guide to the Philosophy of Science. London: Blackwell Publishing.
Additional Sources
A.E Chalmers. 1999. What is this thing called Science? Hackett Publishing.
K. W. Staley. 2014. An introduction to the Philosophy of Science. Cambridge: Cambridge University Press.
A. Bird. 1998. Philosophy of science. London: Routledge.
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