Understanding Science

Course description

This introductory course examines the fundamental principles and practices of science. Students will explore the scientific method as a systematic approach to understanding the natural world through observation, experimentation, and analysis. By the end of the course, students will be equipped to differentiate between science and pseudoscience and critically evaluate scientific claims. The course covers key subdisciplines within the natural sciences, including biology and geology. Students will explore the materials and the processes that shape the Earth. Biology will introduce students to the study of living organisms and their interactions with each other and their environments. Additionally, the course addresses the ethical principles and standards that guide scientific research and practice, ensuring students understand the importance of integrity in science.

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