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(How) Does Science Explain?

This lecture explores some philosophical ideas that have come to the fore since the Kuhnian revolution, focusing on Hempel's covering-law model of explanation. Hempel tried to reconcile empiricist scruples with the need for genuine scientific explanations.

English
  • Runtime 30 minutes
  • Created December 23, 2023 by
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  • Modified December 23, 2023 by
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