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Book Synopsis: The surprising history of the scientific method―from an evolutionary account of thinking to a simple set of steps―and the rise of psychology in the nineteenth century.
The idea of a single scientific method, shared across specialties and teachable to ten-year-olds, is just over a hundred years old. For centuries prior, science had meant a kind of knowledge, made from facts gathered through direct observation or deduced from first principles. But during the nineteenth century, science came to mean something else: a way of thinking.
The Scientific Method tells the story of how this approach took hold in laboratories, the field, and eventually classrooms, where science was once taught as a natural process. Henry M. Cowles reveals the intertwined histories of evolution and experiment, from Charles Darwin’s theory of natural selection to John Dewey’s vision for science education. Darwin portrayed nature as akin to a man of science, experimenting through evolution, while his followers turned his theory onto the mind itself. Psychologists reimagined the scientific method as a problem-solving adaptation, a basic feature of cognition that had helped humans prosper. This was how Dewey and other educators taught science at the turn of the twentieth century—but their organic account was not to last. Soon, the scientific method was reimagined as a means of controlling nature, not a product of it. By shedding its roots in evolutionary theory, the scientific method came to seem far less natural, but far more powerful.
This book reveals the origin of a fundamental modern concept. Once seen as a natural adaptation, the method soon became a symbol of science’s power over nature, a power that, until recently, has rarely been called into question.
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Unlock the secrets of scientific discovery with The Scientific Method: An Evolution of Thinking from Darwin to Dewey! Delve into the surprising history of the scientific method, from its humble beginnings as a way of thinking to the powerful tool it is today. This compelling book takes you on a journey through the intertwined histories of evolution and experiment, revealing how great minds like Charles Darwin and John Dewey shaped our understanding of the world.
Discover how science evolved from a simple set of steps to a comprehensive way of approaching knowledge. Before the scientific method, science was based on direct observation or deductive reasoning. But as scientific thinkers emerged, they revolutionized the way we explore and understand the world around us. With this book as your guide, you'll gain a deep appreciation for the critical thinking skills and problem-solving abilities that characterize true scientific inquiry.
Experience the transformative power of the scientific method through the lens of psychology. Learn how psychologists reimagined this method as an essential tool for cognitive development and problem-solving. Journey through time as you uncover how educators like John Dewey brought this method into the classroom, sparking a scientific revolution in science education.
But the story doesn't end there! Witness the surprising transformation of the scientific method from a natural process to a means of controlling nature itself. Uncover how this shift in perspective has shaped our understanding of science's power over nature, a power that has rarely been called into question until now. Prepare to challenge your assumptions and gain a fresh perspective on the very foundations of scientific inquiry.
Don't miss out on this captivating account of the scientific method's evolution. Whether you're a seasoned scientist or simply curious about the world of science, The Scientific Method: An Evolution of Thinking from Darwin to Dewey is a must-read. Gain valuable insights, expand your intellectual horizons, and embrace the wonders of scientific discovery. Get your copy today and embark on your own voyage of exploration!
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