Questioning the Science of Gender Difference - A New Perspective
Offered By: Santa Fe Institute via YouTube
Course Description
Overview
Explore a thought-provoking lecture that challenges long-held beliefs about gender differences and their biological basis. Delve into Cordelia Fine's critical examination of scientific literature, from academic studies to popular works like John Gray's Mars and Venus series. Discover how cultural beliefs may influence the conduct, interpretation, and presentation of gender-related research. Gain insights into the complex interplay between science, society, and gender perceptions. Examine the possibility that widely accepted notions of gender-based differences may be rooted in misinterpretation rather than biology. Engage with a fresh perspective that encourages a reevaluation of conventional wisdom surrounding gender and its scientific foundations.
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Questioning the Science of Gender Difference: A New Perspective
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Santa Fe Institute
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