The Social and Cultural Context of Science
Description: This quiz focuses on the social and cultural context of science, exploring the relationship between scientific knowledge and its societal, historical, and cultural influences. | |
Number of Questions: 15 | |
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Which philosopher argued that scientific knowledge is socially constructed and influenced by the values and beliefs of the society in which it is produced?
What is the term used to describe the process by which scientific knowledge is disseminated and becomes accepted by the scientific community?
Which sociologist argued that science is a social institution that is shaped by the power dynamics and social structures of the society in which it is practiced?
What is the term used to describe the idea that scientific knowledge is influenced by the cultural values, beliefs, and assumptions of the society in which it is produced?
Which philosopher argued that science is a form of ideology that serves to maintain the power and dominance of the ruling class?
What is the term used to describe the idea that scientific knowledge is objective and independent of the social and cultural context in which it is produced?
Which philosopher argued that scientific knowledge is a form of power that can be used to control and manipulate society?
What is the term used to describe the idea that scientific knowledge is produced through the collaboration and interaction of scientists within a social network?
Which philosopher argued that science is a form of cultural practice that is embedded in the values and beliefs of the society in which it is practiced?
What is the term used to describe the idea that scientific knowledge is produced through a process of social negotiation and consensus among scientists?
Which philosopher argued that science is a form of discourse that is shaped by the power dynamics and social structures of the society in which it is practiced?
What is the term used to describe the idea that scientific knowledge is produced through a process of trial and error, experimentation, and observation?
Which philosopher argued that science is a form of rationality that is distinct from other forms of knowledge, such as religion and mythology?
What is the term used to describe the idea that scientific knowledge is produced through a process of logical reasoning and deduction?
Which philosopher argued that science is a form of knowledge that is based on empirical evidence and observation?