scientific thinking and the scientific method
the definition of science
a method of discovering reliable knowledge about nature
justified by true,reliable, justifiably true methods
the scientific method
used to justify scientific knowledge and make it reliable
as aresult, critical thinking is being taught
scientific and critical thinking
reliable knowledge about all aspects of life
developed by ancient hellenistic philosopher(Aristotle)
teaches us to think successfully
prove valuables
components of sci, cri thinking
Empiricism, rationalism and scepticism
Empiricism
evidence that one can hear,see,taste,smell touch
it can be experienced and repeatable
the alternative:authoritarian evidence
we are used to obeying from our birth by our parents
it leads to a higher survival values
quick and efficient method
comparison between empiricism and other evidence
hearsay,testimonial,spectral,circumstantial,and others r not reliable
naturalism
the universe exists as science says it does
it rejects the concept ofultimate truth by the philosophy
they justified it by faith in dogma,authority,revelation
scientists reject blind faith,authoriy
Rationalism
reason correctly
skill or discipline that should be taught
logical thinking isnt commom as emotional and hopeful thinking
readind,writing,math and science can develop it
scepticism
the constant questioning of beliefs and conclusions
self deception and deception by others
examine ur basis for holding ur beliefs
objective reality:reliable knowledge
they r open minded with reliable evidence