Community Quote by Fritjof Capra
“The term "paradigm," from the Greek paradeigma ("pattern"), was used by Kuhn to denote a conceptual framework shared by a community of scientists and providing them with model problems and solutions”
About This Quote
Source Book: The Tao of Physics, 1975
A paradigm is a shared conceptual framework that guides scientific inquiry and problem solving.
In simple terms: A paradigm guides scientific work.
Key Takeaway
Recognize underlying frameworks.
Themes
science
philosophy
paradigm shift
Mood
analytical
thoughtful
Type
theoretical
educational
When to use this quote
- research labs
- policy making
- education reform
Key Concepts
Kuhn’s theory
model building
epistemic structures
Questions to Reflect On
- What current paradigm might be restricting progress?
- How can we foster paradigm flexibility?
A Different Perspective
Paradigms can limit novel ideas.
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