Many different theories have tried to explain the creation of knowledge. Discuss in detail Karl Popper’s theory of falsifiability or Thomas Kuhn’s structure of scientific revolution. Do you agree with the theory? Why or why not?
What will be an ideal response?
Ans: Responses should include that the theory was geared to help us know how knowledge grows and spreads. Popper’s theory developed as he tried to prove that knowledge can be falsified and then advanced by scientific findings over time. The discussion should address empirical evidence and its generation after practical experience. It should also cover the need to falsify established theory to move the theory to a new level and advance knowledge. A discussion of Kuhn’s theory should cover normal science and its role, and the role of paradigms and the processes through which these must pass (anomalies, crisis, revolution) to derive a paradigm shift or the creation of new knowledge.
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