The Theory and Practice of Experimental Philosophy (Paperback) (ISBN-13: 9781554810086)

In recent years, developments in experimental philosophy have led many thinkers to reconsider their central assumptions and methods. It is not enough to speculate and introspect from the armchair–philosophers must subject their claims to scientific scrutiny, looking at evidence and in some cases conducting new empirical research. The"Theory and Practice of Experimental Philosophy" is an introduction and guide to the systematic collection and analysis of empirical data in academic philosophy.
This book serves two purposes: first, it examines the theory behind “x-phi,” including its underlying motivations and the objections that have been leveled against it. Second, the book offers a practical guide for those interested in doing experimental philosophy, detailing how to design, implement, and analyze empirical studies. Thus, the book explains the reasoning behind x-phi and provides tools to help readers become experimental philosophers.

Author: Justin Sytsma, Jonathan Livengood
ISBN-10: 1554810086
ISBN-13: 9781554810086
Publisher: Broadview Press Inc
Language: English
Published: 11/27/2015
Pages: 376
Format: Paperback
Weight: 1.25lbs
Size: 8.90h x 6.50w x 0.70d