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Applying the scientific method to learn from mistakes and approach truth / Finlay MacRitchie.

Author/creator MacRitchie, Finlay author.
Format Book and Print
EditionFirst edition.
Publication Info Boca Raton : CRC Press, Taylor & Francis Group, 2022.
Descriptionxiii, 124 pages ; 24 cm
Subject(s)
Contents The importance of building resilience -- Scientific thinking and how it can be applied -- Our failing education system -- How political debate should work in a democracy -- Fairness and equality -- Education, schooling and the curriculum -- Where have we been going wrong in our society? -- How do we fix what has been going wrong? -- Summary and hopes for the future -- What are some of the mistakes and can they be corrected?
Abstract "In this timely book the author describes the correct use of the scientific method and how to apply it to current events and scientific topics to obtain honest assessments. The book is approachable enough for the general public and recommended for university and advanced high school science educators and their students"-- Provided by publisher.
Bibliography noteIncludes bibliographical references and index.
Issued in other formOnline version: MacRitchie, Finlay. Applying the scientific method to learn from mistakes and approach truth. First edition Boca Raton : CRC Press, 2022 9781003254065
LCCN 2021038876
ISBN9781032183367 (hardback)
ISBN1032183365
ISBN9781032183305 (paperback)
ISBN1032183306
ISBN(ebook)
Standard identifier# 40031104202

Available Items

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Joyner General Stacks Q175 .M2349 2022 ✔ Available Place Hold