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[The structure of scientific knowledge. Science for knowledge and science for action]
1Fondazione C.I.M. di Milano.
Professioni Infermieristiche
|October 1, 1996
Summary
This study explores the defining characteristics of science, including rationality and methodological grounding. It uses Glottodidactics (Language Teaching) and Nursing Science as examples to differentiate between theoretical and applied sciences.
Area of Science:
- Philosophy of Science
- Epistemology
- Scientific Methodology
Context:
- Discusses the historical development of scientific inquiry and its methodologies.
- Introduces key epistemological contributions from Carl R. Popper and Thomas S. Kuhn.
Purpose:
- To define the core attributes of a science: rationality, methodological grounding, and a specific object of study.
- To differentiate between 'sciences to know' (theoretical) and 'sciences to do' (applied).
Summary:
- Presents Glottodidactics (Language Teaching) as a case study, highlighting its recent recognition as a science.
- Draws parallels between Glottodidactics and Nursing Science to illustrate the structure of interdisciplinary sciences.
- Argues for the scientific validity and distinctiveness of fields like Language Teaching and Nursing.
Impact:
- Provides a framework for understanding the criteria for scientific recognition.
- Offers insights into the development and structure of emerging scientific fields.
- Contributes to the discourse on the nature of science and its application in specialized domains.