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PHI 031
Appraising Scientific Reasoning
Introduction to scientific hypotheses and the kinds of reasoning used to justify such hypotheses. Emphasis on adequate justification, criteria, and strategies for distinguishing scientific from pseudoscientific theories. Concrete historical and contemporary cases.
Units: 4.0
Hours: Lecture—3 hour(s); Discussion—1 hour(s).