Discussion Post: Science & Religion
Select one of the questions below to address as your initial post. Feel free to respond to classmates' posts on different questions.
• Do you find Gould's argument of nonoverlapping magisteria convincing? Why or why not?
• If a philosopher or a scientist is a "naturalist" what does that mean? Describe and offer your critique (Chapter 10 of Godfrey-Smith).
• Is the personal motivation of scientists for recognition (or some other personal motivation) something that is good for the scientific enterprise as a whole? Relate your initial post to Chapter 11 of Godfrey-Smith.
• Describe the reading by Hanson and offer your personal critique.
The response must include a reference list. One-inch margins, double-space, Using Times New Roman 12 pnt font and APA style of writing and citations.