In an era when many in the science community feel that science is under attack, In Defense of Science explains why ordinary citizens need to have an understanding of science, its methods, and its discoveries. The authors debunk several misconceptions of science and scientists, and advocate that science is an integral part of society.
In an era when many in the science community feel that science is under attack, In Defense of Science explains why ordinary citizens need to have an understanding of science, its methods, and its discoveries. The authors debunk several misconceptions of science and scientists, and advocate that science is an integral part of society.
Frank R. Spellman, PhD, is the author or co-author of more than 110 books on safety, occupational health and the sciences. He was formerly an assistant professor of environmental health at Old Dominion University. Joni Price-Bayer is co-author of the previous edition of this book.
Inhaltsangabe
Chapter 1 1 What is Science? Chapter 2 2 Why Science? Chapter 3 3 Science in Pop Culture Chapter 4 4 Alternative Sciences Chapter 5 5 Good Science vs. Feel Good Science Chapter 6 6 Science Politics and Religion Chapter 7 7 Please No Science! I Hate Math! Chapter 8 8 Science Is Hard Work-Too Hard! Chapter 9 9 Science Is Only for Nerds Geeks and Weirdoes! Chapter 10 10 Science Education and Science Careers
Chapter 1 1 What is Science? Chapter 2 2 Why Science? Chapter 3 3 Science in Pop Culture Chapter 4 4 Alternative Sciences Chapter 5 5 Good Science vs. Feel Good Science Chapter 6 6 Science Politics and Religion Chapter 7 7 Please No Science! I Hate Math! Chapter 8 8 Science Is Hard Work-Too Hard! Chapter 9 9 Science Is Only for Nerds Geeks and Weirdoes! Chapter 10 10 Science Education and Science Careers
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