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160159 PS Theory of Science and Linguistics (2024S)

Continuous assessment of course work

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Note: The time of your registration within the registration period has no effect on the allocation of places (no first come, first served).

Details

max. 40 participants
Language: German

Lecturers

Classes (iCal) - next class is marked with N

  • Thursday 07.03. 12:30 - 14:00 Seminarraum 3 Sensengasse 3a 1.OG
  • Thursday 14.03. 12:30 - 14:00 Seminarraum 3 Sensengasse 3a 1.OG
  • Thursday 21.03. 12:30 - 14:00 Seminarraum 3 Sensengasse 3a 1.OG
  • Thursday 11.04. 12:30 - 14:00 Seminarraum 3 Sensengasse 3a 1.OG
  • Thursday 25.04. 12:30 - 14:00 Seminarraum 3 Sensengasse 3a 1.OG
  • Thursday 02.05. 12:30 - 14:00 Seminarraum 3 Sensengasse 3a 1.OG
  • Thursday 16.05. 12:30 - 14:00 Seminarraum 3 Sensengasse 3a 1.OG
  • Thursday 23.05. 12:30 - 14:00 Seminarraum 3 Sensengasse 3a 1.OG
  • Thursday 06.06. 12:30 - 14:00 Seminarraum 3 Sensengasse 3a 1.OG
  • Thursday 13.06. 12:30 - 14:00 Seminarraum 3 Sensengasse 3a 1.OG
  • Thursday 20.06. 12:30 - 14:00 Seminarraum 3 Sensengasse 3a 1.OG
  • Thursday 27.06. 12:30 - 14:00 Seminarraum 3 Sensengasse 3a 1.OG

Information

Aims, contents and method of the course

Theory (or Philosophy) of Science deals with the question how scientific knowledge emerges (and, for that matter, what is actually perceived as scientific ‘knowledge’). It explores possibilities and limitations of scientific knowledge construction and, at least in some strands, also considers how it is socio-culturally conditioned. It investigates into the role and contextuality of epistemic procedures as well as institutional and social factors of knowledge creation.

In this course we deal, on a general level, with the question of what Theory of Science is and should be. Furthermore, we read and discuss some classical texts of Philosophy of Science and Sociology of Science. And finally, finally discuss on this basis to what extent our own linguistic epistemological activity needs to be epistemologically reflected.

Assessment and permitted materials

1. Short oral presentation or moderation of joint text discussion
2. Written paper (10-15 pages)

All written examinations will be checked by the Turnitin text similarity checker ("plagiarism test").

Minimum requirements and assessment criteria

Apart from the oral and scriptal records mentioned above, a regular presence, reading of the discussed texts and active participation in discussions is required.

Examination topics

Engagement with seminal literature from the field of Philosophy or Sociology of Science and concerning a particular sub-area (which is to be selected in arrangement with the instructor)

Reading list

Introductory literature (optional):

Stephan Kornmesser & Wilhelm Büttemeyer. 2020. Wissenschaftstheorie: Eine Einführung. Stuttgart: J.B. Metzler.
or
Samir Okasha. 2016. Philosophy of Science: A Very Short Introduction. 2nd edn. Oxford: Oxford University Press.

More references will be provided within the course.

Association in the course directory

MA1-M6-2
MA2-M5-2
MA4-M2-2

Last modified: We 21.02.2024 09:26