Peeking Inside the Black Box (Osher Online)

Cost: $60

Dates

• Tues., Oct. 14-Nov. 18, 12-1:30 p.m.

Location: Online

With Johnnie Hendrickson, Professor of Molecular Sciences

Have you ever felt like scientists are constantly changing their minds? Do you wonder when research can be trusted to guide decisions about health, behavior, or the environment? This course offers a behind-the-scenes look at the scientific process, exploring how modern science developed, what scientists actually do, and what makes research reliable. We will examine the strengths and weaknesses of scientific methodology, uncover common pitfalls, and identify red flags for pseudoscience and untrustworthy findings. Rather than relying on blind faith in science, we will learn how to evaluate research critically -- and find trust in the process.

OLLI members only. Register for Osher Online classes by Sept. 15.

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Class #: 44041

Registration is now open for OLLI members. Non-members may register starting Sept. 3.

Johnnie Hendrickson

Dr. Johnnie Hendrickson is a teaching professor in the School of Molecular Sciences at Arizona State University; he holds a PhD in chemistry, and is the author of the textbook Chemistry in the World. His academic work focuses on science communication -- the reciprocal relationship between science and society.