S/P/287. What Theory is Not

The paper examines the features of a strong theory and theoretical argumentation providing information on the structure of a theoretical article, the methods of research, available law related databases, etc. Analysis of several articles is presented to illustrate the assumptions made in the study.

C/S/82. What does Bourdieu mean when he says that 'Taste classifies and it classifies the classifier

The paper critically reviews Bourdieu's work on classification examining the paradoxes latent in the logic and language that people use to make sense of the world. Classical music is discussed with relevance to Bourdieu's understanding of rivalry of oppositions, where words can assume more than one meaning, and thus lose their stability

S/P/219. Empirical knowledge: What is the role of observation in the foundation or justification of scientific knowledge?

The paper addresses the issue of finding a foundation to scientific knowledge discussing the role of observation-led protocol statements as empirical evidence to scientific facts. The debate around the distinction between observable and non-observable entities is reviewed.

S/P/171. Sometimes we hear reasoned arguments that oppose a view to which we are emotionally committed; sometimes we hear a passionate plea for a view we have good reason to reject. Bearing this in mind, discuss the importance of reason and emotion in distinguishing between belief and knowledge

The paper examines the persuasive power of logical argumentation vs. emotional appeal providing definitions of reason and emotion, factual dispute, emotive rhetoric, etc. The role of emotion in our knowledge is discussed.

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