The Logic of Scientific Discovery Chapter Abstracts for Teachers

This set of Lesson Plans consists of approximately 102 pages of tests, essay questions, lessons, and other teaching materials.

The Logic of Scientific Discovery Chapter Abstracts for Teachers

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Part I: Chapter 1, A Survey of Some Fundamental Problems

• Popper analyzes methods of empirical science.

• Popper feels metaphysical and philosophical ideas have contributed much to the sciences.
• Popper questions whether problems of epistemology are inductive or deductive.

• Inductive reasoning is dismissed by Popper.

• The claim is made that there is no logic behind inductive reasoning regarding singular statements.
• The difference between the psychology of knowledge and the logic of knowledge is discussed.

• The psychology of knowledge utilizes questions of fact.

• The logic of knowledge is concerned with justifications and validating statements.

• There are four deducing tests of scientific knowledge: internal consistency, investigating logical forms, comparing theories, and empirical applications.

Part I: Chapter 2, On the Problem of a Theory of Scientific Method

• Popper feels that epistemology should determine and guide methods used in research.

• All research should follow the rules of demarcation.

• The testability of statements should be ensured...

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