Rational Actions and the Integration of Knowledge

Author: Tondl, Ladislav

Source: Journal for General Philosophy of Science, Volume 38, Number 1, April 2007 , pp. 91-110(20)

Publisher: Springer

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Abstract:

The paper emphasizes the role of knowledge dimensions of an action which could be regarded as rational. Rational action usually results of specific decision - making process including selection, evaluation and acceptance of a preferred alternative. This process should integrate not only various types of knowledge but also the interdisciplinary or interdepartmental knowledge integration. The integration of knowledge may cover various forms, especially integration of knowledge relating to different domains, of different quality, of knowledge connected with different goal-orientations. The paper stresses the role of the hitherto known and recognized alternatives. The integration procedures should also include the integration of various spheres and types of knowledge with accepted and justified systems of values.

Keywords: rational action; integration of knowledge; interdisciplinary integration; integration of knowledge and values

Document Type: Research article

DOI: http://dx.doi.org/10.1007/s10838-006-9018-1

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Publication date: 2007-04-01