How did Thomas Kuhn study scientific change?
My approach was deeply historical. I immersed myself in the detailed history of science, particularly focusing on moments of significant transition, like the Copernican Revolution or the development of quantum theory. Instead of looking for a grand logical progression, I sought to understand how scientific communities actually operated. I examined their practices, their shared assumptions, and the dynamics of problem-solving within specific historical contexts to identify the patterns of continuity and radical change.
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