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290380 PS Theoretical Geography (2012S)
Introduction into the theory of science
Continuous assessment of course work
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Language: German
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- Friday 16.03. 13:00 - 16:00 Hörsaal 5A Geographie NIG 5.OG A0518
- Thursday 07.06. 13:00 - 18:00 Hörsaal 4C Geographie NIG 4.OG C0409
- Friday 08.06. 09:30 - 16:30 Hörsaal 4C Geographie NIG 4.OG C0409
- Saturday 09.06. 09:30 - 12:30 Hörsaal 4C Geographie NIG 4.OG C0409
- Monday 24.09. 16:00 - 19:00 Seminarraum Geographie NIG 5.OG C0528
- Tuesday 25.09. 09:30 - 18:00 Seminarraum Geographie NIG 5.OG C0528
- Wednesday 26.09. 09:30 - 13:00 Seminarraum Geographie NIG 5.OG C0528
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Cooperation, presentation
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Discussion, reading of basic texts, short presentations
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(MR-FW-PI) (MK-FW-PI) (D4) (L-FW) (K-W)
Last modified: Mo 07.09.2020 15:42
What is the use of theory and what is the use of philosophy of science for geography?
How does science function: Paradigms and research programs
Epistemological positions and their relevance for scientific work
How does new insight come into the world: Reasoning and their limits
Observation, explanation, falsification/verification
Ethics and morale as foundation of geographical research and teaching?The seminar addresses students on master level as well as PhD candidates of Physical Geography, Human Geography and Cartography. The seminar offers room for discussion, students are expected to read basic texts and prepare short presentations.Prerequisite: First conceptual reflexions for the master thesis or the dissertation thesis must be on hand.