In defense of science: why scientific literacy matters

"In an era when many in the science community feel that science is under attack, In Defense of Science explains why ordinary citizens need to have an understanding of science, its methods, and its groundbreaking discoveries. The authors debunk several misconceptions of science and scientists, a...

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Authors: Spellman, Frank R. 1944- (Author) ; Price-Bayer, Joan (Author)
Format: Print Book
Language:English
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Fernleihe:Fernleihe für die Fachinformationsdienste
Published: Lanham Boulder New York London Bernan Press [2018]
In:Year: 2018
Edition:Second edition
Standardized Subjects / Keyword chains:B Science / Understanding / Society
IxTheo Classification:AB Philosophy of religion; criticism of religion; atheism
Further subjects:B information literacy
B Science Miscellanea

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