Theoretical Goldmines of Goldiamond

radical behaviorism

Different views of science

• Naturalistic view• Experiential view • Representational system

Naturalistic view

Experiential view

Problems from experience

Systematizing Sevenths.

Empirical Eighths.

Maps

• Represents observations: BUT IT IS NOT• Our experiences• Or that which is experienced

Basic data of science

When systems compete

• 1 limited• 2 all systems of discourse are representational• 3 two systems compete one on realism,

stating ultimate truth other acknowledging assumptions and planning for them

Resolution

Science practice relation

VS

Science is a flawed system

What shall we do?

• State our assumptions• Be aware of limitations

O yes!

• Remember the empirical eighths!