Curated OER
Ways of Thinking
Students explore all the different avenues of the concept of different ways of thinking by involving the views of several great minds of history to thinkers of Western Civilization. They assess questioning, life, work, skepticism,...
Curated OER
Somewhere in the Middle
Students investigate the cease-fire between Israel and Lebanon in August of 2006. The geographic region known as the Middle East is examined and maps created with information on border and territory disputes.
Internet Encyclopedia of Philosophy
Internet Encyclopedia of Philosophy: Nihilism
Excellent discussion from the Internet Encyclopedia of Philosophy of the history of nihilism in western philosophy and the main ideas associated with it. Although centering around Nietzsche's formulation, author does admirable job of...
Indiana University
Indiana University: Science vs. Non Science
This mini-lesson at the Evolution and Nature of Science Institute site from Indiana University provides a criteria by which students can evaluate an idea or explanation for scientific credibility.
Other
Skeptic's Dictionary: Piltdown Hoax
Was the Piltdown Hoax proof that science is "bunk" or was it just a temporary detour demonstrating the fallibility and human quality of scientific knowledge? These pages explores why so many scientists appeared to be duped by the...
Stanford University
Ancient Skepticism/stanford Encyclopedia of Philosophy
An excellent, detailed, and lengthy overview of the ancient Skeptic tradition. Divides into Pyrrhonic and Academic Skepticism. Includes many quotes and a full bibliography as well. A superb treatment of the subject.
Internet Encyclopedia of Philosophy
Internet Encyclopedia of Philosophy: English Deism
This site from the Internet Encyclopedia of Philosophy describes the influence of several different English Deists with long paragraphs explaining their works, politics, and major ideas. Entries on Hobbes, Locke, and Hume, as well as on...
Other
Fagler College/nas 111/scientific Methodology
Power Point presentation on scientific method for NAS 102 Human and Environmental Biology II.
Other
Csicop: Field Guide to Critical Thinking
This article, originally published in Skeptical Inquirer, outlines some of the key components of the scientific problem-solving process while addressing the many reasons for the popularity of paranormal beliefs in the U.S. (Published in...
Internet Encyclopedia of Philosophy
Internet Encyclopedia of Philosophy: Epicurus
This site from the Internet Encyclopedia of Philosophy is an excellent, detailed introduction to the philosophy of Epicurus. Divided into sections addressing his metaphysics, epistemology, ethics. Includes numerous links to related...
Internet Encyclopedia of Philosophy
Internet Encyclopedia of Philosophy: Ancient Greek Skepticism
This site from the Internet Encyclopedia of Philosophy is an excellent, brief introduction to the major thinkers in the ancient Skeptic tradition. Divides the movement into early Pyrrhonism, Academic skepticism, and post-Academic...
Wikimedia
Wikipedia: Agnosticism
Article from open-source encyclopedia Wikipedia on agnosticism, its historical precedents, and philosophical proponents.
Quia
Quia: Nature of Science Scientific Method Concentration
Play a game of concentration by matching terms used in the scientific method to their proper description.
Quia
Quia: Nature of Science Scientific Method Flashcards
Review the nature of science with on-line flash cards.