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A Remark on the Perception of Tentativeness in Science
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Empirical data mainly referring to populations of students or teachers suggest that the idea of “proven” scientific laws and theories is a widespread misconception. With reference to a thought experiment, it is argued that this misconception is just as unacceptable as the flat earth hypothesis and other pre-scientific world views. To improve the situation, a sensible approach is required which emphasizes the reliability of science. As a part of this effort, more data should be acquired on the extent to which the misconception is prevalent in the general public.
Title: A Remark on the Perception of Tentativeness in Science
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Empirical data mainly referring to populations of students or teachers suggest that the idea of “proven” scientific laws and theories is a widespread misconception.
With reference to a thought experiment, it is argued that this misconception is just as unacceptable as the flat earth hypothesis and other pre-scientific world views.
To improve the situation, a sensible approach is required which emphasizes the reliability of science.
As a part of this effort, more data should be acquired on the extent to which the misconception is prevalent in the general public.
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