Metaphysics and the Nature of Science

Summary Start with the metaphysical concept of reality and how it led to a scientific worldview. Then see how the scientific picture of reality changes as theories are refined or overthrown. Explore examples such as the germ theory of disease and philosopher Thomas Kuhn's influential idea of paradigm shifts.

S1.E1 ∙ Metaphysics and the Nature of Science

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Stars : Steven Gimbel

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Genres : Documentary

Countries of origin : United States

Official sites : Official site

Language : English

Production companies : Great Courses

Summary Start with the metaphysical concept of reality and how it led to a scientific worldview. Then see how the scientific picture of reality changes as theories are refined or overthrown. Explore examples such as the germ theory of disease and philosopher Thomas Kuhn's influential idea of paradigm shifts.

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Genres : Documentary

Countries of origin : United States

Official sites : Official site

Language : English

Production companies : Great Courses

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