SOCIOL 1101 Chapter Notes - Chapter 17: Thomas Kuhn, Matthew Effect, Normal Science
13 Jul 2016
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Thomas kuhn and the structure of scientific revolutions: according to kuhn, a paradigm is the framework within which scientists operate, normal science- science conducted within an existing paradigm, as defined by. When enough anomalies accrue to challenge the existing paradigm, showing that it is incomplete or inadequate to explain all observed phenomena, kuhn calls this point a paradigm shift or scientific revolution. Paradigm shift/scientific revolution- when enough scientific anomalies accrue to challenge the existing paradigm, showing that it is incomplete or inadequate to explain all observed phenomena. Is science a social and political endeavor: normative view of science- the notion that science should be unaffected by the personal beliefs or values of scientists but rather follow objective rules of evidence. The laboratory as a site for knowledge. The matthew effect: matthew effect- a term used by sociologists to describe the notion that certain scientific results get more notoriety and influence based on the existing prestige of the researchers involved.
