Reasonable Disagreements: Science, Philosophy, Magic, & Society (FYS)
CSPL 185F
Fall 2024
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01
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| Crosslisting:
RELI 185F, PHIL 185F, STS 185F |
Much of contemporary social and political discourse revolves around science--with many assuming that science is rational, objective, true, and the ultimate source of knowledge. As a result, it would seem unreasonable to believe in things like astrology, magic, alchemy, and other non-scientific ideals, or even to suggest that science might not be as objective, rational, or true as we might think. In this class we will explore different historical and philosophical approaches to distinguishing "legitimate" forms of inquiry and knowledge, considering the ways that our contemporary perspectives on science have been shaped by a long history of philosophy, "natural" philosophy, magic, theology, and "pseudosciences." We will investigate issues and concepts within and about science, including topics such as the nature of theories, the nature of scientific progress, and the relations among science, values, and society. |
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| Credit: 1 |
Gen Ed Area Dept:
SBS ALLB |
| Course Format: Seminar | Grading Mode: Student Option |
| Level: UGRD |
Prerequisites: None |
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Fulfills a Requirement for: (RELI-MN)(RELI) |
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Past Enrollment Probability: Not Available |
| SECTION 01 | | Special Attributes: FYS |
Major Readings: Wesleyan RJ Julia Bookstore
: Course packet will be available.
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Examinations and Assignments:
: Short papers will be assigned. |
Additional Requirements and/or Comments:
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| Instructor(s): Finley,Cassie Lynn Times: .M.W... 01:20PM-02:40PM; Location: HALL56; |
| Total Enrollment Limit: 15 | | SR major: X | JR major: X | | |
| Seats Available: 1 | GRAD: X | SR non-major: X | JR non-major: X | SO: X | FR: 15 |
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