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Differences Between Plain And Skeptical Empiricism

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Sceptical and Plain Empiricism

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Difference Between Sceptical and Plain Empiricism

Both skeptical and plain empiricism involve people’s beliefs. However, the two concepts

differ in the kind of data and knowledge used in decision making and the way they interpret the

information. They are characterized by decision-making based on accumulated knowledge, either

scientific or philosophical.

Sceptical empiricism entails conduct of scientific search to ascertain the authenticity of a

concept or idea presented. In this process of searching the truth, the facts need to be verifiable

and acceptable to the parties. It manifests through scientific research that is carefully researched

and thought-out to determine the facts (Meyers, 2014).

Plain empiricism, on the other hand, extracts knowledge from sensory experiences

relating to the concept under discussion. In its concept, plain empiricism derives knowledge from

the surrounding (Meyers, 2014). The daily activities and observations form the basis of

knowledge and the basis upon which decisions are made. It is characterized by philosopher’s

writings who used the daily experiences to build on theories and beliefs they upheld.

In daily lives, there is need to make fast and rapid decisions. In such situations, there is a

possibility of using unverified or conflicting data and life experiences. However, when such data

is used, skeptical empiricism advocates for research to verify and understand the concept as well

as prepare for the consequences that might result from the decision.

In conclusion, both types of empiricism need to be embraced particularly during decision

making. Sceptical empiricism uses scientific ascertained data to make decisions while plain

empiricism basis its decisions in the accumulated daily experiences. However, there is a need for

programs of skeptical empiricism to verify the data and ascertain the expected outcome.

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Running head: SCEPTICAL AND PLAIN EMPIRICISM Sceptical and Plain Empiricism Student’s Name Institution Affiliation 1 Difference Between Sceptical and Plain Empiricism Both skeptical and plain empiricism involve people’s beliefs. However, the two concepts differ in the kind of data and knowledge used in decision making and the way they interpret the information. They are characterized by decision-making based on accumulated knowledge, either scientific or philosophical. Sceptical empiricism entails conduct of scientific search to ascertain the authenticity of a concept or idea presented. In this process of searching the truth, the facts need to be verifiable and acceptable to the parties. It manifests through scientific research that is carefully researched and thought-out to determine the facts (Meyers, 2014). Plain empiricism, on the other hand, extracts knowledge from sensory e ...
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