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philosophy differs from other disciplines like Biology , medicine, or theology in that it seeks to uncover the ultimate causes of things, whereas the other disciplines are only concerned with the immediate and proximate causes of things.

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Philosophy first order discipline and second order discipline?

A first-order discipline is one that deals directly with the subject matter at hand, like physics or psychology. A second-order discipline, on the other hand, reflects on the methods, assumptions, and concepts used in those first-order disciplines, such as philosophy of science or philosophy of mind. Second-order disciplines help to critically analyze and understand the foundations of first-order disciplines.


Why is philosophy considered to be a science?

Most scientists and most philosophers would not consider philosophy to be a science. However, both science and philosophy are characterized by very careful thought and analysis and scholarship. Both are engaged in an effort to understand the universe in which we live. However, scientists emphasize observation, while philosophers emphasize abstract thought. There is certainly some overlap between these subjects, and there is even such a subject as the philosophy of science. There is not, however, a science of philosophy.


Examine the view that there is no relationship whatsoever between history philosophy and science?

While history, philosophy, and science are distinct fields, they are interconnected in various ways. History provides the context for understanding developments in philosophy and science, while philosophy often shapes the methods and assumptions within science. Moreover, scientific advancements and philosophical ideas can influence historical interpretations and narratives. So, while these disciplines have their own methods and goals, dismissing any relationship between them would overlook the rich interactions that have shaped human knowledge and understanding.


What is the difference between philosophy and education?

Philosophy is the study of knowledge, existence, ethics, and reality through critical thinking and reasoning. Education, on the other hand, is the process of facilitating learning and acquiring knowledge, skills, values, beliefs, and habits. Philosophy often influences educational theories and practices.


Why is philosophy science of all science?

The philosophy of science is concerned with the assumptions, foundations, methods and implications of science. It is also concerned with the use and merit of science and sometimes overlaps metaphysics and epistemology by exploring whether scientific results are actually a study of truth. In addition to these central problems of science as a whole, many philosophers of science also consider problems that apply to particular sciences (e.g. philosophy of biology or philosophy of physics). Some philosophers of science also use contemporary results in science to reach conclusions about philosophy. 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; a popular quote attributed to physicist Richard Feynman goes, "Philosophy of science is about as useful to scientists as ornithology is to birds." In response, some philosophers (e.g. Jonathan Schaffer) have pointed out that it is likely that ornithological knowledge would be of great benefit to birds, were it possible for them to possess it. :D xx

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Philosophy first order discipline and second order discipline?

A first-order discipline is one that deals directly with the subject matter at hand, like physics or psychology. A second-order discipline, on the other hand, reflects on the methods, assumptions, and concepts used in those first-order disciplines, such as philosophy of science or philosophy of mind. Second-order disciplines help to critically analyze and understand the foundations of first-order disciplines.


What comes first science or philosophy?

The question as you ask it is meaningless. A modern conception of analytic philosophy deriving from the logical positivists would argue that philosophy is subordinate to science inasmuch as it is the 'handmaiden' of the sciences. Such people would claim that the purpose of philosophy is to ensure conceptual clarity in other disciplines. Other modern philosophers, particularly those in the mould of the later Wittgenstein, and the continental folk, would describe philosophy as articulating a profoundly different way of doing things: of understanding the world, as opposed to knowing more about it. It's worth noting that science was initially undifferentiated from philosophy in ancient times, and most sciences have grown out of philosophy. Physics used to be natural philosophy; psychology grew from the philosophy of mind...


Name four disciplines in which Leonardo da Vinci completed work?

Leonardo Da Vinci engaged in a broad spectrum of works during his time. Such disciplines would include, but are not limited to: Philosophy, Art, Engineering, Anatomy, and several other branches of Science. He is credited, even today, as arguably the most diversely "gifted" person in history.


Topics would lend itself only to a formal style of writing?

Philosophy and theology are two topics that lend themselves only to formal writing. Both of these disciplines require clear, reasoned arguments.


What is metaparadigm?

Metaparadigm is a term used to describe disciplines of certain areas. Some examples would include disciplines of a nurse and disciplines as a school principal.


Does philosophy more important than techno science?

not definitely! they need each other because without techno, there would be no philosophy. _usepian


What is the only other group of mammals that can distinguish colors besides humans .?

The only other group of mammals that can distinguish colors would be the prime apes and African monkeys. Studies of the cones in the eyes of other animals can prove they see color but not how the interpret the color.


How would you distinguish a public policy from other state instrument or from so called policies of other sector?

Sorry but this question cannot be answered!


How would distinguish a healthful meal from unhealthful one?

i would distinguish whether it was healthy or not based on what is in it or what it's made with


What would you learn about if you studided philosophy?

Philosophy, probably.


Why is philosophy considered to be a science?

Most scientists and most philosophers would not consider philosophy to be a science. However, both science and philosophy are characterized by very careful thought and analysis and scholarship. Both are engaged in an effort to understand the universe in which we live. However, scientists emphasize observation, while philosophers emphasize abstract thought. There is certainly some overlap between these subjects, and there is even such a subject as the philosophy of science. There is not, however, a science of philosophy.


What does the phrase the renaissance man mean?

This usually refers to a person who is highly accomplished in many of the basic human disciplines. He/she would be skilled in letters and in most areas of learning including science/math, history and philosophy. The person would be equally at home with warfare, the arts, music, poetry, politics and family.