Noemi Faith A. Reyes OC199 2008-30806 Prof. Villar ONTOLOGY | EPISTEMOLOGY | METHODOLOGY | TELEOLOGY | -“…is from the Greek and means the study of the ontos or of the one‚ the universe. It is the study of those universal concepts which apply to everything‚ as well as those specific concepts which apply to the most substantial dimensions of Being (Fox‚1999‚ p.1).”-“…comes from the Greek Ontologia and means “talking” (-logia) about being (on/onto). It is a philosophical
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The philosophy of science is concerned with the assumptions‚ foundations‚ methods‚ implications of science‚ and with the use and merit of science. This discipline sometimes overlaps metaphysics‚ ontology and epistemology. Philosophy of science has historically been met with mixed response from the scientific community. Though scientists often contribute to the field‚ many prominent scientists have felt that the practical effect on their work is limited (Babich‚ 1994). A paradigm is a world view‚
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his Metaphysics * Philosophical inquiry into the nature of truth is called epistemology * The study of epistemology attempts to describe and explain the nature of knowledge and truth‚ and whether it is possible to achieve genuine knowledge or perceive an ultimate truth KEY TERMS Metaphysics – most generally‚ the philosophical investigation of the nature‚ constitution‚ and structure of reality Epistemology – the study of the nature of knowledge and justificaiton Reality Is the Eternal
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Ethics and Moral Reasoning (GTP1306D) Michele Clearman-Warner 03/12/13 Epistemology or theory of knowledge is a branch of philosophy related to the scope and nature of knowledge. The subject focuses on examining the nature of knowledge‚ and how it relates to beliefs‚ justification‚ and truth. Epistemology contract with the means of production of knowledge‚ as well as skepticism about different knowledge claims. “Epistemology is the philosophical investigation into this question: What can we know
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divided into three main branches: metaphysics‚ the study of the nature of existence; epistemology‚ the study of knowledge and truth; and ethics‚ the study of morals. One of the first philosophers to look at these fields is Plato (427BCE-347BCE)‚ whose writings are incredibly influential. Plato’s work lays the fundament for philosophy because of his cohesive contributions to the fields of metaphysics‚ epistemology‚ and ethics. Firstly‚ Plato’s work with Forms greatly influences metaphysics. He contributes
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In Linda Alcoff article How Is Epistemology Political? one aspect she relates epistemology as political is the political conditions of knowledge production. She believes that epistemology is based on active social practice and that they shape what we know about knowledge‚ such as going to work‚ going to school‚ cooking‚ showering is important to people as parts of their everyday life activities. She also points out that epistemology is gender and racially exclusive and that it is due to power and
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‘How do we know what is real?’ The human race has come to know what reality is through our empirical belief regarding the information gathered by our senses‚ skepticism by doubting out beliefs in order to sift through to the truth and epistemology regarding knowledge to enlighten ourselves with the truth. All of these are philosophical because they are all philosophical branches. The Matrix illustrates the philosophical question of reality versus illusion. Empirical belief is a method that has
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Knowledge be defined? Explain and defend your answer. Knowledge is Functional Defining knowledge has been an ongoing debate for philosophers in the field of epistemology. To come to a conclusion about if knowledge can be defined or not we need to look at theories of knowledge and the different views philosophers who have studied epistemology have. To define knowledge one must find a definition that states‚ what is necessary for knowledge as well as sufficient and cannot be challenged by counter examples
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Epistemology – The Study of Knowledge Jeff Castro PHI 200 Dr. Akins February 4‚ 2013 Epistemology – The Study of Knowledge The study of knowledge has always been the journey toward truth and understanding. Epistemology deals with the creation and distribution of knowledge in certain areas of inquiry. Humans should be free to gain‚ study and question knowledge and claims without repercussions in any social‚ cultural or religious setting. As we move forward in our understanding of
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Shaping Personal Epistemology Chris Arbuckle University of Phoenix Knowledge in Theory and Practice PHL/716 Dr. Katherine Downey January 2‚ 2015 Shaping Personal Epistemology Achieving a balance between consumer relations and employee retention is paramount to the overall success of a company’s sales force in multiple areas. Apple Inc. uses a specific philosophy that has been developed for their retail branch since the division started in 2001. Apple’s philosophical approach to consumer relationships
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