MODULE 2: Philosophies of Science

Question 1

Limitations on the universe allow us for some predictability.

Answer 1

Sagan

Question 1

Understanding is a form of ecstasy and illumination.

Answer 1

Sagan

Question 2

Two types of reasoning: inductive and deductive.

Answer 2

Pirsig

Question 3

Discussion on the different hierarchies of methods to be tested in the maintenance of the motorcycle.

Answer 3

Pirsig

Question 4

In order to see, one has to know what is essential and inessential.

Answer 4

Fleck

Question 5

Thought styles are derived from the collective body.

Answer 5

Fleck

Question 6

Thought styles isolated from each other will clash.

Answer 6

Fleck

Question 7

Epistemic development (progress about knowledge).

Answer 7

Moshman

Question 8

Epistemic domains: truth, taste, and interpretation.

Answer 8

Moshman

Question 9

Discussion on how definitions can impact culture (i.e., Pluto).

Answer 9

Moshman

Question 10

Evolutionary Diagram of Knowledge (Evolutionary Epistemology)

Answer 10

Karl Popper

Question 11

Paradigm Shift Theory

Answer 11

Thomas Kuhn

Question 12

Rational Construction Model

Answer 12

Imre Lakataos

Question 13

Paradox of Confirmation

Answer 13

Carl Hempel

Question 14

Instrumentalism

Answer 14

John Dewey

Question 15

Epistemological Anarchism

Answer 15

Paul Feyerabend

Question 16

Positivism

Answer 16

Auguste Comte

Question 17

Logical Positivism

Answer 17

Vienna Circle

Question 18

Clear distinction between science and metaphysics

Answer 18

Demarcation problem