The Scientific Revolution: Understanding the Roots of Modern Science
Learn about the seventeenth-century Scientific Revolution and its role in shaping the modern Western world.
Who is the course for?
This course has been created for those working in science who wish to know more about the origins of modern science. It’s also been created for people with a general interest in science and history.
What will you achieve?
By the end of the course, you‘ll be able to…
Reflect on the historical background of your own scientific discipline by tracing it back to its seventeenth-century roots
Interpret texts about scientific practices of the past
Engage critically with ideas about the overall role and meaning of scientific disciplines and practices
Produce a short blog post about the historical background of your discipline
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