Understanding and Using Scientific Evidence shows that there are things to understand about scientific evidence, difficult concepts about the structure of experiments; causality; repeatability and the validity and reliability of evidence - upon which decisions have to be made. Once teachers understand this problem, they will look at those ideas ......
Understanding and Using Scientific Evidence shows that there are things to understand about scientific evidence, difficult concepts about the structure of experiments; causality; repeatability and the validity and reliability of evidence - upon which decisions have to be made. Once teachers understand this problem, they will look at those ideas ......
Einstein continues to captivate, not only for his revolutionary scientific insights but also for his complex personality and personal pursuits. This book focuses on five aspects of Einstein's emotional nature that had an influence on his life and career. It looks at one of the geniuses of all time who did so much to shape our vision of the world.
The Latest Results in the Search for Purpose in the Universe
Over the years, a number of scientists have claimed that there is credible scientific evidence for the existence of God. Is this true? Are scientists close to solving the greatest of all mysteries? This book delves into this question from a sceptical point of view in the presentation of the key scientific facts.
Despite marked public interest, many leading scientists remain sceptical that there is common ground between scientific knowledge and religious belief. This book discusses topics such as the Big Bang and the origin of the universe, the nature of the 'soul', and near-death experiences.
Presents a collection of more than sixty letters from children to Albert Einstein, one of the greatest scientist of all time. This book presents a biography and chronology of Einstein's life. It is suitable for teachers, parents, and various young, budding scientists in their lives.
This text introduces students to the process of program evaluation and the experimental and quasi-experimental approaches to evaluation. The book covers approaches to outcome evaluations, measurement, threats to internal validity, performance measurement, and benchmarking. It also introduces the basic experimental and quasi-experimental designs, presents a published article which uses each design, and offers an explanation and critique of how the authors implemented the design. Stand-alone articles invite students to explain and critique on their own.
Is there a God, or a spiritual reality beyond nature? This work takes a look at this question, focusing on what we have learned about our world rather than on traditional metaphysical disputes. Criticising Muslim and New Age perspectives, and Jewish and Christian arguments, it argues that a naturalism leads to a better explanation of our world.
Philosophy, Regulation and Laboratory Applications
This volume is a collection of chapters all contributed by individuals who have presented their ideas at conferences and who take moderate stands with the use of animals in research. Specifically, the chapters discuss issues of: notions of the moral standings of animals, history of the methods of argumentation, knowledge of the animal mind, nature ......
