How Long to Read Scientific Literacy and the Myth of the Scientific Method

How Long Does it Take to Read Scientific Literacy and the Myth of the Scientific Method?

It takes the average reader 3 hours and 20 minutes to read Scientific Literacy and the Myth of the Scientific Method by Henry H. Bauer

Assuming a reading speed of 250 words per minute. Learn more

Description

What is science? Is social science a science? Why are more and more so-called scientific discoveries being exposed as outright frauds? Henry Bauer tackles these and many more intriguing questions that are emerging from within the academic and scientific communities and attracting attention from the popular media and the general public. Whether one is a specialist or generalist, scientist or humanist, thinker or activist, it is important to understand the place of science and technology in modern life. Popular views about the nature of science and scientific activity contain serious misconceptions that were discarded decades ago by most historians and philosophers of science. The perpetuation of these misconceptions usually surface in the form of frustrating and unproductive discussions about everything from setting policy and defining technical matters to whether one individual's point of view is ''right'' because it is supported by ''scientific facts.'' According to Bauer, the most serious and widespread misconceptions are that ''science'' can be discussed as though all sciences share a great deal in common and as though ''the scientific method'' characterizes all sciences. ''Science,'' argues Bauer, ''can be understood only if one recognizes it as a quest by fallible human beings who have evolved ways of interacting that help them gain relatively objective knowledge.'' In other words, science is a social activity, not simply the result of impersonal methods. Concern has recently arisen over the quality of American education and our declining scientific and research orientation. Debates are emerging about what direction public universities should be taking as we head into the twenty-fist century. Why and to what extent should society support basic scientific research? What should everyone in a democratic society know about science? This book will help readers come to an informed understanding about the place of science and technology in today's world.''Provocative. . . . Bauer argues that science does not proceed by the scientific method. If it did, experiments would inspire hypotheses which would then be tested until they generated reliable theories. As Watson and Crick's work [on DNA] shows, an elegant idea is often a headier lure than mere facts.''--Newsweek ''Sound, sensible . . . and very easy to read. . . . I would strongly recommend this book to anyone who hasn't yet heard that the scientific method is a myth.''--Science ''This is a book that every science teacher should read and consider. It will certainly affect their views of what science really is and influence their teaching.''--The Science Teacher

How long is Scientific Literacy and the Myth of the Scientific Method?

Scientific Literacy and the Myth of the Scientific Method by Henry H. Bauer is 196 pages long, and a total of 50,176 words.

This makes it 66% the length of the average book. It also has 61% more words than the average book.

How Long Does it Take to Read Scientific Literacy and the Myth of the Scientific Method Aloud?

The average oral reading speed is 183 words per minute. This means it takes 4 hours and 34 minutes to read Scientific Literacy and the Myth of the Scientific Method aloud.

What Reading Level is Scientific Literacy and the Myth of the Scientific Method?

Scientific Literacy and the Myth of the Scientific Method is suitable for students ages 12 and up.

Note that there may be other factors that effect this rating besides length that are not factored in on this page. This may include things like complex language or sensitive topics not suitable for students of certain ages.

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