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This is Philosophy of ScienceExplore the depths of human knowledge with 'This is Philosophy of Science,' a brand new edition from John Wiley & Sons Inc. This engaging 304 page guide unpacks complex philosophical questions surrounding the empirical sciences, making it an essential addition to any student or general reader's library. Discover the advantages of a scientific worldview, why conflicting opinions arise among reasonable scientists, and how scientific reasoning contrasts
Explore the depths of human knowledge with 'This is Philosophy of Science,' a brand new edition from John Wiley & Sons Inc. This engaging 304-page guide unpacks complex philosophical questions surrounding the empirical sciences, making it an essential addition to any student or general reader's library. Discover the advantages of a scientific worldview, why conflicting opinions arise among reasonable scientists, and how scientific reasoning contrasts with other disciplines. Delve into key topics such as the nature of explanation, theory confirmation, and scientific methodologies. Ideal for those with no prior philosophy background, this user-friendly text incorporates case studies, illustrations, and insights into contemporary philosophical debates. Moreover, it covers challenging concepts like emergentism and the manipulationist account of causation, offering a rounded understanding of the philosophy underpinning scientific inquiry. Access a rich array of resources on the companion website, featuring self-assessment exercises and exclusive test banks for instructors. Note: Shipping for this item is free. Please allow up to 6 weeks for delivery. Once your order is placed, it cannot be cancelled.Note: Shipping for this item is free. Please allow up to 6 weeks for delivery. Once your order is placed, it cannot be cancelled.
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ISBN: 9781119757993
Year: 2022
Publisher: John Wiley & Sons Inc (US)
Pages: 304
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A clear and engaging introduction to the philosophy of science, exploring the role of science within the broader framework of human knowledge and engagement with the world
What are the central features and advantages of a scientific worldview? Why do even reasonable scientists sometimes disagree with each other? How are scientific methods different than those of other disciplines? Can science provide an objective account of reality? This is Philosophy of Science introduces the most important philosophical issues that arise within the empirical sciences.
Requiring no previous background in philosophy, this reader-friendly volume covers topics ranging from traditional questions about the nature of explanation and the confirmation of theories to practical issues concerning the design of physical experiments and modeling. Incisive and accessible chapters with relevant case-studies and informative illustrations examine the function of thought experiments, discuss the realism/anti-realism debate, explore probability and theory testing, and address more challenging topics such as emergentism, measurement theory, and the manipulationist account of causation.
Describes key philosophical concepts and their application in the empirical sciences
Highlights past and present philosophical debates within the field
Features numerous illustrations, real-world examples, and references to additional resources
Includes a companion website with self-assessment exercises and instructor-only test banks
Part of Wiley-Blackwell™s popular This Is Philosophy series
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