| ID | 137602 |
| Title Proper | Fear of relativism |
| Language | ENG |
| Author | Jackson, Patrick Thaddeus |
| Summary / Abstract (Note) | Although scholars toss around the word “relativism” when debating the merits of various methodological approaches in international studies, there is a lack of clarity about what it might mean to have a relativist position on the production of social-scientific knowledge. As a result, a lot of the ink spilled about the potential dangers of relativism is overblown. A little philosophical and logical clarity goes a long way towards dispelling that particular bogeyman. |
| `In' analytical Note | International Studies Perspectives Vol. 16, No. 1; Feb 2015: p.13-22 |
| Journal Source | International Studies Perspectives 2015-03 16, 1 |
| Key Words | knowledge ; Philosophy of Science ; Relativism |