Prof. Hall
rhall@csufresno.edu
Physics Dept.

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Natural Science 4

Science and Nonsense 


      News and Info:

Check here for news and reminders

 

(11/19) The readings on the topic of chiropractic (our last critique!) are now available below. I’ve extended the due date on this final write-up to next Tuesday.

Note: No class next week- Happy Thanksgiving!

FURLOUGH & Quality of Education issues: If you are unhappy about your tuition going up while class time is compromised please consider voicing your opinions to those that need to hear it.

(11/4) We have the psychic fair field trip this weekend! The flea market of questionable claims comes to Fresno via the Holistic Living Expo. Please follow the link for details. I need every one to attend for about an hour or so. The fair runs from 10am to 6pm and I would like every student to attend the fair and one of the free presentations (times listed on their web page).  Here is a map to the Ramada Inn.

           Also: the readings for Homeopathy are available below.

            Please see the updated term paper requirements as posted below and submit your topic by Friday night.

(10/30) The assignments for this week’s presentations are now available below. Since I’m posting these a bit later than usual, I will make them due on Sunday. Also- BONUS: The ghost presentation video from Tom and Chris (in the MWF class) is available via YouTube here: Part1, Part2. 

(10/21) The readings for Reincarnation (MWF) and for Ghosts (TTh) are now posted.

(10/14) The readings and assignments for NDEs are now available below. Also, please make sure to stay current on the readings, including chapter 5 of Schick & Vaughn.

(10/6) This week’s topic: Graphology. Please find the readings and assignments below. Remember: if you name is on the list it’s your turn to write one. UPDATE: All assignments now posted!

(9/30) The required readings for Cryptozoology are posted and also check turnitin.com for a homework assignment on Inductive Generalizations due in a week.

(9/23) UFO links are posted.

(9/16) The readings for Ancient Astronauts are posted below. Only half of each class must turn in a critique at turnitin.com this week. If your name appears in the link next to the week’s topic, you must submit a critique by Friday.

(9/12) The final calendar and presentation assignments are now available below. Also: please check turnitin.com for homework assignments and due dates.

(9/9) The required readings for Therapeutic Touch are now available from the link at the bottom of this page. Everyone must complete this assignment by 11:59 pm Friday.

(8/23) Welcome all students to the Fall semester. Please bookmark this page as you will need to come here just about every week for assignments and readings.

I look forward to meeting you all soon,

Dr. Hall

Course Info:

Resources:

See my guide to skeptical resources on the web

 

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I have many books available for loan from my Critical Thinking Library. Available for check out during my office hours. Useful for presentation and term paper research.

 

Philosophy & Logic: 

 

The Ism Book: A Field Guide to the Nomenclature of Philosophy, by Peter Saint-André.

Stephen's Guide to Logical Fallacies: an excellent web resource. 

Introduction to Deductive Logic

 

Topic Links:

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Look here for further readings after each presentation.

  

Blondlot and N-rays (from the Skeptic's Dictionary)

Therapeutic Touch

Ancient Astronauts Assignments:  NS4H(mwf) NS4(tth)

UFOs Assignments:  NS4H(mwf) NS4(tth)

Cryptozoology Assignments:  NS4H(mwf) NS4(tth)

Graphology Assignments:  NS4H(mwf) NS4(tth)

Near Death Experiences Assignments:  NS4H(mwf) NS4(tth)

Ghosts/Poltergeists Assignments:  NS4Hnew(mwf) NS4(tth)

Reincarnation Assignments:  NS4H(mwf) NS4new(tth)

Homeopathy Assignments:  NS4H(mwf) NS4(tth)

 

Chiropractic (everyone)

 

 

Turn in all critiques through: turnitin.com.