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Epistemology (discussion); Cornell University lecture, Natural Resources 407 (2001-09-06)

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Dr._Richard_Baer_-_NR_407_2001-09-06.mp3 (11.68 MB)
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https://hdl.handle.net/1813/7690
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Author
Baer, Richard
Abstract

Epistemology (discussion): radical doubt, "knowledge equals certainty", warrantable assertions, examples: gratuitous harm and truth-telling, difference between hard and social sciences, experimental method, literature as thought-experiment, learning by mistakes (eg. no-fault divorce), unprovable assumptions of science.

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Lecture was recorded on a Lapel Microphone, using a Cassette Tape (Exceptional Lecture).
Date Issued
2001-09-06
Publisher
Cornell University
Keywords
Religion
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Ethics
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Environment
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sound

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