It is that time of year again. And fortunately, it is a time for the drawing of lines.
- Why is it so difficult to identify a clear line between accepted and disputed knowledge within a discipline? Answer with reference to two disciplines, each taken from a different area of knowledge.
- “Knowledge gained through direct experience is powerful but problematic.” To what extent do you agree with this statement?
- “There is nothing more deceptive than an obvious fact” (Arthur Conan Doyle). Discuss this claim with reference to two areas of knowledge.
- “Areas of knowledge always rely on a systematic process of trial and error to aid the production of knowledge.” Discuss this claim with reference to two areas of knowledge.
- “If all knowledge is provisional, when can we have confidence in what we claim to know?” Answer with reference to two areas of knowledge.
- “We are rarely completely certain, but we are frequently certain enough.” Discuss this statement with reference to two areas of knowledge.
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