Introduction to Social Science and Philosophy
- 1. INTRODUCTION SSP 1: SOCIAL SCIENCE AND PHILOSOPHY
- 2. OBJECTIVES Identify different major branches of science 1. Discuss Social Science as science 2. Understand the meaning of Social Science and its relevance 3. Different Applied, Pure and Social Sciences. 4. Enumerate and discuss different steps of scientific investigation 5.
- 3. MAJOR BRANCHES OF SCIENCE APPLIED SOCIAL PURE refers to using scientific knowledge for practical applications, such as a new invention based on an existing tool. is the study of people: as individuals, communities and societies; their behaviours and interactions with each other and with their built, technological and natural environments. is a science that derives theories and predictions.
- 4. ( Applied, Pure, or Social Science) ACTIVITY
- 5. ANSWER! AEROSPACE ENGINEERING 1 2 3 4 5 6 PHYSICS MATHEMATICS BIOLOGY ECONOMICS CLINICAL VIROLOGY
- 6. EXAMPLES PURESCIENCE Pure Science is a science that derives theories and predictions. Pure Science can also known as natural Science, basic science or fundamental science. Pure sciences deals with the study of natural phenomena through observation, experimentation and use of scientific methods. Pure Science is research which doesn’t consider how these theories can be applied but is used to answer questions or phenomena. Pure Sciences usually take place in a laboratory setting. Chemistry Biology Physics
- 7. STEPS OF SCIENTIFIC METHOD
- 8. EXAMPLES APPLIEDSCIENCE Applied Sciences is the actual application of these theories and predictions to practical problems such as in Engineering or Technology. These are most commonly applied in Research & Development, otherwise known as simply R&D. Applied Sciences usually take place outside of a laboratory. Studying applied science is beneficial as the discoveries made may improve our daily lives, including health care and technology. If you want to study one of the applied sciences, you can start by learning what your options are. TECHNOLOGY MEDICINE STATISTICS MATHEMATICS
- 9. EXAMPLES SOCIALSCIENCE Social science is a study of human behavior, relationship with other human in terms of emotions, psychologic, the impact of belief to environment based on scientific research. Social Science is a branch of science that deals with the institutions and functioning of human society and with the interpersonal relationships of individuals as members of society. HISTORY LAW GOVERNMENT POLITICAL SCIENCE ANTHROPOLOGY SOCIOLOGY GEOGRAPHY
- 10. RESEARCHASSIGNMENT A. Make an observation in real word. What triggers you’re curiosity? You may formulate you’re own question, then answer it using the steps of scientific method. Present your answers by indicating what steps of scientific method did you apply.
- 12. LEARNING OBJECTIVES Explain the meaning of Philosophy and its related branches and importance in the society.
- 13. ORIGIN OF PHILOSOPHY Socrates, a Greek philosopher used the term philosophie as an equivalent to the search of wisdom. Also, the term wisdom is used as a general term for describing the intellectual probing of any idea.
- 14. ORIGIN OF PHILOSOPHY The term “philosophy” is taken from the Greek word ‘phylos’’ meaning “to love” or “to befriend” and ‘sophie’ meaning “wisdom”. Thus philosophy means “love of wisdom”.
- 15. PHILIA = LOVE SOFIA = WISDOM The study of the nature and meaning of the universe and of human life. - (Oxford Advanced Learner’s Dictionary) Truth of reason (Analytical propositions). - (Immanuel Kant) Philosophy is a systematic and comprehensive study of truth about life, about the universe, and everything including events, relationship and experience. Philosophy is a process of analysis, criticism, interpretation and speculation. DEFINITION OF PHILOSOPHY
- 16. GOALS OF PHILOSOPHY Wisdom is the main goal of philosophy. Discovering the nature of truth and the nature of knowledge. It searches for what is basic value and importance in life. Examining the relationship between individuals and the society as well as humanity and nature.
- 17. SCOPE OF PHILOSOPHY Nature of the Universe Standard of justice and conduct of life Validity of knowledge Concrete application of reason Criteria of beauty Relationship between languages and thought
- 19. IMPORTANCE OF PHILOSOPHY People can clarify what they are believing. 1. We can be stimulated to think of ultimate question. 2. Philosophy promises us better understanding of ourselves. 3. The study of philosophy enables us to think carefully and clearly about important issues. 4. Studying philosophy sharpens our analytical abilities, enabling to identify and evaluate the strengths and weaknesses in any position. 5. It hones your ability to construct and articulate cogent arguments of your own. 6.
- 20. RESEARCHASSIGNMENT B. How can you apply the four main branches of philosophy in your own chosen field? (explain each)