Inside Science
Title | Inside Science PDF eBook |
Author | Robert E. Kohler |
Publisher | University of Chicago Press |
Pages | 255 |
Release | 2019-02-27 |
Genre | Science |
ISBN | 022661798X |
Context and situation always matter in both human and animal lives. Unique insights can be gleaned from conducting scientific studies from within human communities and animal habitats. Inside Science is a novel treatment of this distinctive mode of fieldwork. Robert E. Kohler illuminates these resident practices through close analyses of classic studies: of Trobriand Islanders, Chicago hobos, corner boys in Boston’s North End, Jane Goodall’s chimpanzees of the Gombe Stream Reserve, and more. Intensive firsthand observation; a preference for generalizing from observed particulars, rather than from universal principles; and an ultimate framing of their results in narrative form characterize these inside stories from the field. Resident observing takes place across a range of sciences, from anthropology and sociology to primatology, wildlife ecology, and beyond. What makes it special, Kohler argues, is the direct access it affords scientists to the contexts in which their subjects live and act. These scientists understand their subjects not by keeping their distance but by living among them and engaging with them in ways large and small. This approach also demonstrates how science and everyday life—often assumed to be different and separate ways of knowing—are in fact overlapping aspects of the human experience. This story-driven exploration is perfect for historians, sociologists, and philosophers who want to know how scientists go about making robust knowledge of nature and society.
Inside Science
Title | Inside Science PDF eBook |
Author | Robert E. Kohler |
Publisher | University of Chicago Press |
Pages | 255 |
Release | 2019-02-27 |
Genre | Science |
ISBN | 022661803X |
Context and situation always matter in both human and animal lives. Unique insights can be gleaned from conducting scientific studies from within human communities and animal habitats. Inside Science is a novel treatment of this distinctive mode of fieldwork. Robert E. Kohler illuminates these resident practices through close analyses of classic studies: of Trobriand Islanders, Chicago hobos, corner boys in Boston’s North End, Jane Goodall’s chimpanzees of the Gombe Stream Reserve, and more. Intensive firsthand observation; a preference for generalizing from observed particulars, rather than from universal principles; and an ultimate framing of their results in narrative form characterize these inside stories from the field. Resident observing takes place across a range of sciences, from anthropology and sociology to primatology, wildlife ecology, and beyond. What makes it special, Kohler argues, is the direct access it affords scientists to the contexts in which their subjects live and act. These scientists understand their subjects not by keeping their distance but by living among them and engaging with them in ways large and small. This approach also demonstrates how science and everyday life—often assumed to be different and separate ways of knowing—are in fact overlapping aspects of the human experience. This story-driven exploration is perfect for historians, sociologists, and philosophers who want to know how scientists go about making robust knowledge of nature and society.
Science in the Beginning
Title | Science in the Beginning PDF eBook |
Author | Jay Wile |
Publisher | |
Pages | 299 |
Release | 2013-05-01 |
Genre | |
ISBN | 9780989042406 |
Science in the context of the seven days of creation presented in the Bible. This textbook uses activities to reinforce scientific principles presented.
Women in Science
Title | Women in Science PDF eBook |
Author | Rachel Ignotofsky |
Publisher | Crown Books for Young Readers |
Pages | 29 |
Release | 2021-06-22 |
Genre | Juvenile Nonfiction |
ISBN | 0593377648 |
The groundbreaking New York Times bestseller, Women in Science by Rachel Ignotofsky, comes to the youngest readers in board format! Highlighting notable women's contributions to STEM, this board book edition features simpler text and Rachel Ignotofsky's signature illustrations reimagined for young readers to introduce the perfect role models to grow up with while inspiring a love of science. The collection includes diverse women across various scientific fields, time periods, and geographic locations. The perfect gift for every curious budding scientist!
Look Inside Science
Title | Look Inside Science PDF eBook |
Author | Minna Lacey |
Publisher | Usborne Books |
Pages | 0 |
Release | 2011-06 |
Genre | Lift-the-flap books |
ISBN | 9780794529468 |
This inspiring flap book will introduce young children to the wonders of science. Just open the pages and see for youself!
Science in Action
Title | Science in Action PDF eBook |
Author | Bruno Latour |
Publisher | Harvard University Press |
Pages | 292 |
Release | 1987 |
Genre | History |
ISBN | 9780674792913 |
From weaker to stronger rhetoric : literature - Laboratories - From weak points to strongholds : machines - Insiders out - From short to longer networks : tribunals of reason - Centres of calculation.
Inside Science Fiction
Title | Inside Science Fiction PDF eBook |
Author | James E. Gunn |
Publisher | Scarecrow Press |
Pages | 264 |
Release | 2006 |
Genre | Fiction |
ISBN | 9780810857148 |
James Gunn has had a long and distinguished career in science fiction. In addition to his stories and novels, he has written extensively about the reading, writing, and criticism of science fiction. Many of these essays were published in The Science of Science-Fiction Writing (Scarecrow, 2002). A second collection of essays, Inside Science Fiction, was originally published in 1992, and is now available in this revised, updated, and expanded edition. With the addition of five new articles written since 1992, Inside Science Fiction represents Gunn's latest thoughts about the genre. The book is divided into four major sections that tackle various aspects of the genre: - "Getting Inside Science Fiction," in which Gunn discusses his relationship with the genre - "Science Fiction and the Teacher" illustrates various approaches to teaching science fiction - "Science Fiction on Film and Television" deals with the film industry's approaches to science fiction, in particular, Gunn's experiences of seeing his novel The Immortals turned into a made-for-television movie and subsequent series - "Science Fiction and the Real World" examines the impact of science fiction on the world and what the future holds for the genre Inside Science Fiction offers a complete overview of science fiction for readers and viewers from an author, reader, and teacher who has seen it from all sides for more than seventy years.