Now this example becomes clearly received knowing. Consider the opportunity for the learner to ask, clarify, compare knowledge from different sources. Consider the openness of the classroom to other kinds of knowledge. Consider ways of suggesting such openness to the academic institution. Note also Harding's comparison in Chapter 14, pp.
Western science brings with it specific kinds of ignorance.
We will return to these questions and to Burbules' Risky Promises on another exercise on epistemology. Henry is in a class where there is lots of discussion, but most of it is based on people's personal opinions. Henry is uncomfortable in the class. Albert is very careful in class discussions to encourage people who seem unwilling to speak up. He tries to find something supportive to say of all comments.