Let's try a Google hangout to chat about the book in person. Use this link to indicate your availability. Welcome (back) to our ongoing discussion of The War on Science. Last week we looked at chapters 1 and 2 which basically introduce Shawn Otto's thesis about the relationship of science and democracy and its current state. That material already spurred several lines of discussion, including the role of interpretation in understanding observations which will be relevant this week as well. This week's chapters … [Read more...] about Science Book Club: The War on Science Ch 3-4
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Science Book Club: The War on Science Ch 1-2
Welcome to our first blog book discussion. As announced last week, we are reading through Shawn Otto's The War on Science together and discussing a couple of chapters at a time as we go. I'll start by sharing a few of my thoughts, organized by topic, and then it's your turn. You can respond to my comments or introduce new threads of discussion, whatever is on your mind. So let's get started! … [Read more...] about Science Book Club: The War on Science Ch 1-2
Science Corner: Announcing a Summer Science Blog Book Club
Last week, I mentioned a desire to have more dialogue about science and faith and do less monologuing. Toward that end, I'm going to try something new: a book discussion group via blog. I've posted a handful of book reviews in the past, but in general I don't find them very satisfying. I'm not obligated to review books, so when I have it's because I was excited or intrigued by the book and wanted to share it. But even if you read my review and are inspired to read the book, by the time you have a chance to do so the … [Read more...] about Science Corner: Announcing a Summer Science Blog Book Club