Epistemology:12.Reliabilismas a Definition for Knowledge Flashcards
What is the definition of a reliable cognitive process?
A reliable process is any cognitive process that produces a high percentage of true beliefs.
What are the three conditions for knowing P according to Reliabilism?
- P is true 2. You believe that P 3. Your belief that P is produced by a reliable process.
What are examples of reliable cognitive processes?
Memory, perception, testimony, experiment, correct logical reasoning, etc.
What are examples of unreliable cognitive processes?
Wishful thinking, complex mental arithmetic, and guessing.
What is a key strength of Reliabilism?
It enables children and animal knowledge, as it does not necessarily require conscious thought.
How does Reliabilism address Gettier cases?
Reliabilism suggests that if the processes used are reliable, knowledge can still be claimed, even if luck is involved.
What does Zagzebski note about knowledge in relation to Reliabilism?
Reliabilism changes how we think about knowledge, making it a ‘natural good’ but not specifically praiseworthy.
How does Reliabilism differ from the JTB theory?
Reliabilism allows for more flexible and fallible knowledge, while JTB is based on good reason or evidence and is considered praiseworthy.
Is knowledge considered praiseworthy under Reliabilism?
No, merely using reliable processes is not praiseworthy; it benefits us but does not confer credit.
