Styles of Scientific Reasoning, Scientific Practices and Argument in Science ...Elsa von Licy
The document discusses various topics related to scientific reasoning, practices, and argumentation including different styles of scientific thinking, features of scientific knowledge, and teaching and learning science. It provides examples of "crazy ideas" in science that are now accepted, examines the role of argument in science, and outlines the scientific practices and central questions of science. It also discusses developing models, planning investigations, analyzing data, and constructing explanations as key scientific practices.
Styles of Scientific Reasoning, Scientific Practices and Argument in Science ...Elsa von Licy
The document discusses various topics related to scientific reasoning, practices, and argumentation including different styles of scientific thinking, features of scientific knowledge, and teaching and learning science. It provides examples of "crazy ideas" in science that are now accepted, examines the role of argument in science, and outlines the scientific practices and central questions of science. It also discusses developing models, planning investigations, analyzing data, and constructing explanations as key scientific practices.
Anti-philosophy rejects traditional philosophy and logic, instead embracing creativity, spirituality, and personality. It considers philosophy to be dead, kept alive artificially by analytic philosophers. The document criticizes how philosophy is currently taught and argues it has become unproductive, replacing original aims with nonsense. Anti-philosophy's goal is not to destroy philosophy but to transform its current state and avoid fundamentalism in philosophy and science.
There is no_such_thing_as_a_social_science_introElsa von Licy
This document provides an introduction and overview of the arguments made in the book "There is No Such Thing as Social Science". It begins by stating the provocative title and questioning whether the authors will take it back or qualify their position.
It then outlines three ways the term "social science" could be used - referring to a scientific spirit of inquiry, a shared scientific method, or reducibility to natural sciences. The authors argue against the latter two, methodological and substantive reductionism.
The introduction discusses how opponents may accuse the authors of being a priori or anti-reductionist, but argues that those defending social science are actually being dogmatic by insisting it must follow a scientific model. It frames the debate as being
This document discusses integrating theory and empiricism in the study of complex human behavior using nonlinear dynamical models and information theory. It provides three examples of research that use nonlinear dynamics: 1) An experimental economics study that documents cultural variation across societies. 2) Modeling the rise and fall of agrarian societies as a nonlinear dynamical system. 3) Research on nonlinear social learning that combines experimental economics with gene-culture coevolutionary theory. It advocates for crossing disciplinary boundaries and drawing on ideas from biology, ecology and evolution to better understand human behavioral complexity.
This document summarizes a report on the state of the world's antibiotics in 2015. It finds that antibiotic resistance is a growing threat as misuse of antibiotics is making once-treatable infections more difficult to cure. Rising incomes are increasing antibiotic access but also driving inappropriate use. Increased demand for meat is also leading to greater antibiotic use in agriculture. The report analyzes global patterns of resistance and use, the existing and future antibiotic supply, and interventions to promote more rational antibiotic use. It proposes six country-level policy strategies based on partnerships in eight countries to formally address the issue of antibiotic resistance.
Principles and neurobiological_correlates_of.5Elsa von Licy
1) The document discusses different types of meditation, including concentrative meditation which focuses attention on a single object, and diffuse meditation which involves open monitoring of sensory experiences.
2) It provides an overview of the neurobiological correlates and effects of these meditation practices, such as their impact on attention regulation networks in the brain.
3) Mindfulness-based meditation programs used in clinical settings are derived from concentrative and diffuse meditation techniques described in Buddhist traditions. These programs have shown effectiveness for various mental health conditions.
A short history of man — progress and declineElsa von Licy
This document provides a summary of three key events in human history: 1) The origin of private property and the family, which emerged during the Neolithic Revolution and shaped human life for thousands of years; 2) The origin of the Industrial Revolution in the late 18th century in England, which marked humanity's escape from Malthusian conditions of stagnant population and living standards; 3) The development of the state from monarchies to modern democracies over the 20th century. The author aims to explain these pivotal historical developments and evaluate social change using the conceptual frameworks of Austrian economics and libertarianism.
Valentin Tomberg was a Russian-born esoteric thinker who was initially interested in Anthroposophy but later converted to Catholicism. He authored two masterworks - "Christ and Sophia", which provides an Anthroposophical analysis of the Bible, and "Meditations on the Tarot", a profound but enigmatic work. While Tomberg's writings provide many illuminating insights, some argue they place too much emphasis on hierarchical authority and obedience over individual freedom and understanding. The document also discusses the evolution of human consciousness and decision-making in spiritual development.
1) The document discusses Valentin Tomberg and his connection to the Platonic stream of philosophy through his relationship with Elisabeth Vreede, one of Rudolf Steiner's closest colleagues.
2) It describes how Elisabeth Vreede recognized Tomberg as a significant figure from the Platonic stream and supported his work, seeing him as someone who could further spiritual scientific research in the tradition of Rudolf Steiner.
3) The exclusion of Elisabeth Vreede from the leadership of the Anthroposophical Society meant the exclusion of the Platonic stream and Valentin Tomberg from fully participating in the society.
Anti-philosophy rejects traditional philosophy and logic, instead embracing creativity, spirituality, and personality. It considers philosophy to be dead, kept alive artificially by analytic philosophers. The document criticizes how philosophy is currently taught and argues it has become unproductive, replacing original aims with nonsense. Anti-philosophy's goal is not to destroy philosophy but to transform its current state and avoid fundamentalism in philosophy and science.
There is no_such_thing_as_a_social_science_introElsa von Licy
This document provides an introduction and overview of the arguments made in the book "There is No Such Thing as Social Science". It begins by stating the provocative title and questioning whether the authors will take it back or qualify their position.
It then outlines three ways the term "social science" could be used - referring to a scientific spirit of inquiry, a shared scientific method, or reducibility to natural sciences. The authors argue against the latter two, methodological and substantive reductionism.
The introduction discusses how opponents may accuse the authors of being a priori or anti-reductionist, but argues that those defending social science are actually being dogmatic by insisting it must follow a scientific model. It frames the debate as being
This document discusses integrating theory and empiricism in the study of complex human behavior using nonlinear dynamical models and information theory. It provides three examples of research that use nonlinear dynamics: 1) An experimental economics study that documents cultural variation across societies. 2) Modeling the rise and fall of agrarian societies as a nonlinear dynamical system. 3) Research on nonlinear social learning that combines experimental economics with gene-culture coevolutionary theory. It advocates for crossing disciplinary boundaries and drawing on ideas from biology, ecology and evolution to better understand human behavioral complexity.
This document summarizes a report on the state of the world's antibiotics in 2015. It finds that antibiotic resistance is a growing threat as misuse of antibiotics is making once-treatable infections more difficult to cure. Rising incomes are increasing antibiotic access but also driving inappropriate use. Increased demand for meat is also leading to greater antibiotic use in agriculture. The report analyzes global patterns of resistance and use, the existing and future antibiotic supply, and interventions to promote more rational antibiotic use. It proposes six country-level policy strategies based on partnerships in eight countries to formally address the issue of antibiotic resistance.
Principles and neurobiological_correlates_of.5Elsa von Licy
1) The document discusses different types of meditation, including concentrative meditation which focuses attention on a single object, and diffuse meditation which involves open monitoring of sensory experiences.
2) It provides an overview of the neurobiological correlates and effects of these meditation practices, such as their impact on attention regulation networks in the brain.
3) Mindfulness-based meditation programs used in clinical settings are derived from concentrative and diffuse meditation techniques described in Buddhist traditions. These programs have shown effectiveness for various mental health conditions.
A short history of man — progress and declineElsa von Licy
This document provides a summary of three key events in human history: 1) The origin of private property and the family, which emerged during the Neolithic Revolution and shaped human life for thousands of years; 2) The origin of the Industrial Revolution in the late 18th century in England, which marked humanity's escape from Malthusian conditions of stagnant population and living standards; 3) The development of the state from monarchies to modern democracies over the 20th century. The author aims to explain these pivotal historical developments and evaluate social change using the conceptual frameworks of Austrian economics and libertarianism.
Valentin Tomberg was a Russian-born esoteric thinker who was initially interested in Anthroposophy but later converted to Catholicism. He authored two masterworks - "Christ and Sophia", which provides an Anthroposophical analysis of the Bible, and "Meditations on the Tarot", a profound but enigmatic work. While Tomberg's writings provide many illuminating insights, some argue they place too much emphasis on hierarchical authority and obedience over individual freedom and understanding. The document also discusses the evolution of human consciousness and decision-making in spiritual development.
1) The document discusses Valentin Tomberg and his connection to the Platonic stream of philosophy through his relationship with Elisabeth Vreede, one of Rudolf Steiner's closest colleagues.
2) It describes how Elisabeth Vreede recognized Tomberg as a significant figure from the Platonic stream and supported his work, seeing him as someone who could further spiritual scientific research in the tradition of Rudolf Steiner.
3) The exclusion of Elisabeth Vreede from the leadership of the Anthroposophical Society meant the exclusion of the Platonic stream and Valentin Tomberg from fully participating in the society.