The Logic of Discovery A Theory of the Rationality of Scientific Research
Scientific research is viewed as a deliberate activity and the logic of discovery consists of strategies and arguments whereby the best objectives (questions) and optimal means for achieving these objectives (heuristics) are chosen. This book includes a discussion and some proposals regarding the wa...
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| Format: | eBook |
| Language: | English |
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Dordrecht
Springer Netherlands
1993, 1993
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| Edition: | 1st ed. 1993 |
| Series: | Synthese Library, Studies in Epistemology, Logic, Methodology, and Philosophy of Science
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| Collection: | Springer Book Archives -2004 - Collection details see MPG.ReNa |
Table of Contents:
- 1 Introduction
- 2 Scientific Inquiry
- 3 Erotetic Logic and Scientific Questions
- 4 A Methodology for Problem Choice
- 5 The Pursuit of Questions
- 6 The Heuristic Character of Traditional Scientific Methods
- 7 Summary and Conclusions
- References