Academic Calendar - 2024

Western University Academic Calendar. - 2024
Western Main Campus

Sociology 3353F/G

PSEUDOSCIENCE


This course explores the principles of scientific reasoning through examining extraordinary claims. We will probe questions of belief and knowledge by sorting through a morass of fads, conspiracies, gimmicks, and peculiar ideas to learn about topics such as: the scientific method, human biases and how bad ideas go viral.

Prerequisite(s): Registration in third or fourth year of any program.

Extra Information: 3 lecture hours.

Course Weight: 0.50
Breadth: CATEGORY A i  
Subject Code: SOCIOLOG