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Economists, listen to Feyerabend

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This paper revisits the writings of the philosopher of science, Paul Feyerabend, in order to argue for pluralism in economics education. In particular, the benefits of pluralism, the role of science and the notion of scientific rationality are examined from the perspective of economics.

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  • Thomas, Alex M, 2009. "Economists, listen to Feyerabend," MPRA Paper 26672, University Library of Munich, Germany.
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    Keywords

    Feyerabend; Economics teaching; Pluralism;
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    JEL classification:

    • A2 - General Economics and Teaching - - Economic Education and Teaching of Economics
    • B41 - Schools of Economic Thought and Methodology - - Economic Methodology - - - Economic Methodology
    • A11 - General Economics and Teaching - - General Economics - - - Role of Economics; Role of Economists

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