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It is common among people with a secular worldview to champion science as a tool for understanding the world and advancing the common good. In response, a traditional refrain has been to champion educational reform to produce more widespread scientific literacy, Anjan suggests that this response, while laudable, is conceived in an impracticable way. More importantly, it is mistaken about what would facilitate a public understanding that serves our needs. Scientific literacy is an excellent thing, but even more important (and practicable) in this sphere is a kind of philosophical literacy in relation to science, as a basis for public understanding.
Becoming a supporter of the Secular Student Alliance! The SSA is a 501(c)(3) educational non-profit that relies on the generous support of individuals. With your help, we help empower nonreligious students across the country and ensure a more secular future. Go to secularstudents.org/donate for more information on how you can help secular students.
It is common among people with a secular worldview to champion science as a tool for understanding the world and advancing the common good. In response, a traditional refrain has been to champion educational reform to produce more widespread scientific literacy, Anjan suggests that this response, while laudable, is conceived in an impracticable way. More importantly, it is mistaken about what would facilitate a public understanding that serves our needs. Scientific literacy is an excellent thing, but even more important (and practicable) in this sphere is a kind of philosophical literacy in relation to science, as a basis for public understanding.
Becoming a supporter of the Secular Student Alliance! The SSA is a 501(c)(3) educational non-profit that relies on the generous support of individuals. With your help, we help empower nonreligious students across the country and ensure a more secular future. Go to secularstudents.org/donate for more information on how you can help secular students.
